Pizza Pot Pie
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My overwhelming conviction in life — aside from the critical need for breakfast tacos — is that this Pizza Pot Pie deserves an Oscar for Best Crust. Seriously, if crusts had their own awards show, this dish would be the diva sweeping the stage, throwing glitter and demanding praise! (Also hosting the show while wearing sequins, because why not, right?) It’s a glorious mashup of pizza and pot pie, and it’s as chaotic and comforting as my Aunt Linda at Thanksgiving, when she inevitably spills cranberry sauce on the rug—again. 😱
Alright, gather ’round, friends, as I take you back to a time when my kitchen was a war zone, and my confidence was more fragile than my attempts at making bread. Picture it: Thanksgiving 2021. In my kitchen. (Cue foreboding music). I decided to impress everyone with a homemade pie, you know, the type made from scratch that everyone casually assumes is effortless but is in reality a test of your sanity? Yeah, well, let’s say my version ended up resembling a flat pancake of despair (the horror!). Long story short, it collapsed before the first slice was served, leaving my family to nibble on a platter of store-bought cookies while I recovered from the humiliation. So here’s a life tip: don’t endeavor into pastry-making chaos unless you’re entirely prepared for flops—one too many crumbled crusts and I swear I could hear the laughter from the grave of every ancient baker in my ancestry.
ANYWAY, before I spiral back into a baking trauma montage… let’s talk about this glorious Pizza Pot Pie! If you’ve ever wanted to hug pizza while giving a nod to comfort food, this dish is your love letter. It’s got everything baked into a flaky crust, and trust me, it’s what your weeknight dinner dreams are made of! (A school bus of deliciousness, if you ask me). So, grab your rolling pins and your deepest of dishes because it’s about to get deliciously chaotic in here!
- 1 pre-made deep-dish pizza crust
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Let’s take this moment to dissect how I came up with my ultimate Pizza Pot Pie strategy, while simultaneously rolling my eyes at myself. (How many deep-dish pizza crusts is too many? Asking for a friend—we all know that friend is me). I snatched that crust straight from Trader Joe’s—where all my gourmet dreams come true for under a ten-dollar bill—and let me tell you, it’s worth every cent! Sure, you could make your own, but why bother with dough when there’s crust out there waiting for you to embark on this delicious adventure? Life is too short for fancy ingredients when store-bought goodness is fancier than I’ll ever be!
Alrighty, fam, let’s dive into the method here. Preheat that oven to a scalding 425°F (220°C) because we want our pizza pot pie to have the glorious golden finish that even your nosy neighbor will covet!
Now, roll out your deep-dish pizza crust and gently place it into your pie dish (make friends with your crust, folks; it’s about to hold everything you love in the universe). In a mixing bowl—let’s get chaotic, shall we—combine cooked chicken, your chosen mixed vegetables (throw in whatever you got; I’m talking last week’s random peas), and sprinkle a healthy teaspoon of Italian seasoning like you’re auditioning for your very own Food Network show.
Next, grab that pizza sauce like it’s the last jar on the shelf—savor every drop as you spread it over the crust (you didn’t work this hard for a lack of flavor!). Layer on the chicken and veggie mixture lovingly, and blanket it with a mountain of shredded mozzarella, because more cheese is clearly the answer to everything.
Now, take another layer of that glorious crust and cover your delightful filling like you’re tucking in a child for a cozy nap. Seal those edges between crust and crust like you’re guarding a bank vault of pizza goodness! Brush the top with the beaten egg, and cut a few slits for steam to escape (we don’t want a volcano situation here, okay?). Bake for 25-30 minutes, and voilà—the smell of your childhood pizza parties will waft through your kitchen, reminding you of simpler times.
Alright, let’s get real for a sec. Cooking, for me, is like therapy wrapped in a delicious package. Whenever I’m in the kitchen, I’m surrounded by memories—like my grandma’s laugh echoing as she diced onions, or how every Thanksgiving was a different culinary adventure. Those moments carve out the chapters of our lives, and food serves as the binding that holds them all together. So, when I whip up this Pizza Pot Pie, it’s not just dinner; it’s me living in a true manifestation of love, tradition, and the ability to burn rice without existential dread creeping in.
Oh, and isn’t it funny how life surprises you? I remember once trying to impress my date with a fancy risotto and accidentally setting off the smoke alarm instead. 🥴 We ended up making microwave popcorn and binge-watching a terrible rom-com, and somewhere amidst the laughter and cheesy dialogue, we found a delightful connection. Funny how burnt food sometimes becomes the backdrop for unexpected heartwarming moments, right?
Sure, but I won’t pretend I won’t judge you slightly. Turkey is for holiday leftovers! 😜
Absolutely, toss in some more veggies or even some buffalo sauce (yassss) if you’re feeling bold!
Eh, you could use a regular pizza crust, but then we’ll have to chat about your life choices. Just kidding!
Totally! Just don’t blame me if you cry when you uncover it two months later and it looks sad and lonely. 😭
Friends, get that leafy goodness in! I applaud your efforts to be healthy while eating pizza. 🥬✨
Okay, I’ll stop talking now. You need to make this Pizza Pot Pie because trust me, it’ll alter your dinner plans from bland to bold, and you might even find yourself humming while cooking! (Or is that just me?) So go forth, my culinary warriors, and get ready to serve up some warmth, laughter, and cozy vibes to your table with this worthy feast.
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Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out the deep-dish pizza crust and place it into a pie dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, mixed vegetables, and Italian seasoning.
- Spread the pizza sauce over the crust.
- Layer the chicken and vegetable mixture over the sauce and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Cover with another layer of crust and seal edges tightly.
- Brush the top with the beaten egg and cut slits for steam to escape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
