These Mini Pizza Pot Pies are the ultimate comfort food — everything you love about pizza baked inside buttery, golden pot pie crusts. Each little cup is filled with marinara sauce, melty mozzarella, and your favorite toppings, then topped with flaky dough and baked until bubbly.
Perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or party appetizers, these mini pot pies are kid-friendly, customizable, and easy to make ahead. They’re cheesy, saucy, and utterly irresistible!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Combines two comfort foods — pizza and pot pie
- Easy to customize with your favorite pizza toppings
- Fun for kids, family dinners, or party appetizers
- Bakes in less than 30 minutes
Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 mini pot pies
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup onion, finely chopped
½ cup bell pepper, diced
½ cup cooked Italian sausage or pepperoni slices
1 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 package refrigerated pie crust (or homemade dough)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Optional toppings: mushrooms, olives, spinach, or ham
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or six ramekins.
2. Cook the filling
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened. Stir in sausage or pepperoni, pizza sauce, and oregano. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Prepare the crusts
Roll out the pie dough and cut circles large enough to fit into the muffin tin or ramekins. Press each circle gently into the cups, leaving a small overhang.
4. Fill the pot pies
Spoon the pizza filling into each crust, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
5. Add the top crusts
Cut smaller dough circles for the tops and place them over the filling. Pinch edges together to seal and brush lightly with beaten egg.
6. Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes until the crusts are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
7. Serve
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping!
Pro Tips & FAQs
Can I use biscuit dough instead of pie crust?
Yes! Biscuit dough or puff pastry both work great for a fluffier texture.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Definitely — assemble the pies, refrigerate, and bake when ready to serve.
What toppings work best?
Classic options include pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, sausage, olives, and even pineapple for a sweet twist.
Flavor Variations
BBQ Chicken Pizza Pies: Replace pizza sauce with BBQ sauce and add shredded chicken.
Veggie Lovers: Use mushrooms, peppers, spinach, and olives for a vegetarian version.
Three Cheese Pies: Mix mozzarella, provolone, and parmesan for extra cheesy flavor.
Nutrition Summary
Cheesy, saucy, and perfectly portioned — these mini pizza pot pies make an easy, fun twist on a family favorite.
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 pot pie | 310 | 14g | 28g | 15g | 2g | 5g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients used.
