Save to Pinterest A comforting, hearty soup that combines the cheesy, savory flavors of pizza with the cozy, spoonable texture of a pot pie—ready in under an hour on your stovetop.
One chilly weeknight, I was craving both pizza and soup, so I experimented with ingredients I had on hand. The mashup became an instant family favorite, requested regularly ever since!
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 medium yellow onion diced, 1 red bell pepper diced, 2 cloves garlic minced, 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- Meats (optional): 200 g (7 oz) Italian sausage or pepperoni sliced (substitute with plant-based sausage for vegetarian)
- Soup Base: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 can (400 g/14 oz) diced tomatoes, 3 cups (720 ml) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, 1/2 cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce, 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Dairy: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup ricotta cheese (optional for topping)
- Bread Topping: 1 sheet refrigerated pizza dough or 4 small biscuits, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes until translucent.
- Add Aromatics:
- Add bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic. Sauté for 4 min until softened.
- Cook Meats:
- Add Italian sausage or pepperoni if using and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season Soup:
- Stir in oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Add Liquids:
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 min to meld flavors.
- Bread Topping Prep:
- Preheat oven broiler if using oven-safe pot or prepare to bake bread topping separately.
- Add Cheese:
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Bake Bread:
- If using oven-safe pot, lay pizza dough or biscuits over soup. Brush with melted butter, sprinkle with garlic powder and parsley. Broil or bake for 5 min until golden and puffed. If not oven-safe, bake dough/biscuits separately according to package instructions and serve atop each bowl.
- Serve:
- Ladle soup into bowls. Top with ricotta cheese if using and a piece of golden bread topping. Serve hot.
Save to Pinterest My kids love helping brush the dough with butter and garlic powder. Seeing their excitement as the bread puffs golden in the oven always makes this meal feel special!
Nutritional Information
Each serving contains about 480 calories, 24 g fat, 44 g carbohydrates, and 22 g protein—hearty enough for a main dish but not overly heavy.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat/gluten (dough or biscuits) and dairy. Meat toppings may have additional allergens—check labels if preparing for guests with sensitivities.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with a simple green salad or serve with extra Parmesan for sprinkling. A glass of light Italian red wine like Chianti makes a perfect meal.
Save to Pinterest Pizza Pot Pie Soup makes weeknights cozy, and leftovers taste just as good! Enjoy your new favorite comfort mashup.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Yes, simply substitute the Italian sausage or pepperoni with plant-based alternatives or omit the meats altogether.
- → What bread topping options work best?
Use refrigerated pizza dough or small biscuits brushed with melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley for a golden, flavorful crust.
- → How do I prepare this if I don’t have an oven-safe pot?
Bake the bread topping separately on a baking sheet according to package instructions and place it atop the soup when serving.
- → Can I add extra vegetables to this dish?
Yes, adding chopped spinach or black olives enhances flavor and texture while keeping the dish fresh and vibrant.
- → What herbs complement the flavors well?
Dried oregano and basil provide classic Italian aroma, while a touch of crushed red pepper flakes adds subtle heat.