Chicago-style deep-dish pizza
Chicago-style deep-dish pizza is a hearty, pie-like pizza characterized by its high, buttery crust that forms a deep bowl, allowing for generous layers of cheese, chunky tomato sauce, and various toppings. It originates from Chicago, Illinois, and was famously popularized in the 1940s.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically very high in calories, fat, and carbohydrates, with a single slice often providing a substantial portion of daily recommended intake. It is a good source of protein and calcium from the cheese, but its rich, dense nature makes it a very indulgent meal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 1050 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Selenium | 20 mcg |
Per 1 slice (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Unlike most pizzas, the deep-dish is assembled in reverse, with cheese and toppings layered first and the sauce on top, which prevents the cheese from burning during its longer baking time. It's a cultural icon of Chicago, often eaten with a knife and fork due to its substantial size and structure.
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