Name: Comforting Pizza Pot Pie: A Warm Family Favorite Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 pre-made pie crust; 1 pre-made pie crust (for top); 1 cup pizza sauce; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni; 1/2 cup diced bell peppers; 1/4 cup sliced black olives; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Description

This Comforting Pizza Pot Pie is a warm and delicious family favorite that combines the flavors of classic pizza with the cozy appeal of a pot pie. Featuring a golden, flaky crust filled with rich tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, pepperoni, fresh bell peppers, and black olives, it’s topped with Parmesan and fragrant herbs for a truly satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Pie Base

1 pre-made pie crust
1 pre-made pie crust (for top)

Filling

1 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
1/2 cup diced bell peppers
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pot pie.
Prepare the crust: Roll out one pie crust and place it evenly into a pie dish to form the base.
Add pizza sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the bottom crust, ensuring full coverage.
Layer toppings: Evenly distribute shredded mozzarella cheese, sliced pepperoni, diced bell peppers, and sliced black olives over the sauce.
Season the filling: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, and garlic powder evenly over the toppings to enhance flavor.
Seal the pot pie: Cover with the second pie crust, sealing the edges firmly to enclose the filling.
Vent the crust: Cut small slits into the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
Bake: Place the pie dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and cooked through.
Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the pot pie cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

You can customize the filling with your favorite pizza toppings such as mushrooms, onions, or sausage.
For extra crispiness, brush the top crust with a little beaten egg before baking.
Make sure to cut adequate slits in the top crust to prevent sogginess caused by steam.
Letting the pie cool slightly improves sliceability and prevents burns from hot filling.