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Pizza Pot Pies: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mash-Up

Pizza Pot Pies

These individual Pizza Pot Pies combine the beloved flavors of pizza with the comforting embrace of a pot pie. Featuring a golden, buttery crust filled with tangy marinara, gooey mozzarella, and zesty pepperoni, they offer a perfect blend of familiar comfort and exciting novelty. Easy to make and highly customizable, they are guaranteed to bring smiles to every face.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (the ultimate shortcut, or make your own for an extra touch!)
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce or your favorite pizza sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (or get creative with sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives – whatever calls to you!)
  • 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 (for a little kick, totally optional!)
  • Olive oil for brushing (optional, but it gives that beautiful golden crust)

Equipment

  • ramekins
  • oven-safe bowls
  • oven
  • round cutter
  • knife
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease 4-6 small ramekins or other oven-safe bowls.
  2. Unroll your refrigerated pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out gently until it's about 1/8 inch thick.
  3. Using a round cutter, a knife, or the rim of one of your ramekins as a guide, cut the dough into circles or squares large enough to fit into your ramekins, leaving about an inch of dough hanging over the sides.
  4. Carefully press each dough piece into the bottom and up the sides of your greased ramekins, forming a snug little crust.
  5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of your delicious pizza sauce into the bottom of each prepared crust.
  6. Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
  7. Add a few slices of pepperoni or your chosen toppings, ensuring not to overcrowd.
  8. Sprinkle a little grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, basil, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes over your filling.
  9. Top each pot pie with a bit more mozzarella cheese. Then, gently fold the overhanging dough over the top, partially covering the filling.
  10. For an extra golden and slightly crisp finish, brush the tops of the folded dough with a little olive oil (optional).
  11. Place your ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is wonderfully golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let those glorious pies cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
  13. Serve your Pizza Pot Pies hot, perhaps with a side of extra marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Tips for success include not overfilling ramekins, venting the crust for even cooking, ensuring ramekins are thoroughly greased to prevent sticking, and aiming for an 1/8 inch dough thickness. If using homemade dough, chilling it can ease handling. For meal prep, assemble up to a day in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Reheat in the oven. Serve hot with a side salad, garlic bread, or tomato soup, and garnish with fresh basil or parsley.