Description

Delight in these savory Pizza Pot Pies that combine the classic flavors of pizza with a comforting, individual-serving pot pie format. Featuring a flaky pizza dough crust loaded with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian herbs, these pot pies are perfect as a fun appetizer or a satisfying meal for pizza lovers.

Ingredients

Scale

Pizza Dough

1 package refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade pizza dough)

Filling

1 1/2 cups marinara sauce or pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup pepperoni slices (or your choice of toppings such as sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Finishing

Olive oil for brushing (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pot pies.
Prepare the Dough: Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough on a floured surface, then cut into circles large enough to fill your individual pot pie molds or ramekins.
Assemble the Pot Pies: Place a dough circle into each pot pie dish, pressing it down gently to cover the base and sides. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of marinara sauce into the dough-lined mold, then evenly distribute shredded mozzarella cheese and your choice of pepperoni or other toppings. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes over the filling for an extra burst of flavor.
Top with Dough: Cover the filling with another dough circle, pressing the edges together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork or your fingers to secure.
Brush with Olive Oil: Lightly brush the top of each pot pie with olive oil to promote a golden, crispy crust during baking.
Bake the Pot Pies: Place the prepared pot pies on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
Cool and Serve: Allow the pot pies to cool for 5 minutes before removing from the molds to avoid burns and to let the filling set slightly. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

You can customize the filling with your favorite pizza toppings like mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers for a vegetarian option.
Use homemade pizza dough for a fresher taste or substitute with gluten-free dough to accommodate dietary restrictions.
For a slightly crispier crust, pre-bake the bottom dough layer for 3-5 minutes before adding the filling.
Red pepper flakes are optional and can be adjusted to your preferred spice level.
These pot pies reheat well in the oven or toaster oven to maintain crispiness.

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