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Pan-Fried Chicken Dumplings

Savor the Crunch: Pan-Fried Chicken Dumplings Recipe

Deliciously crispy Pan-Fried Chicken Dumplings packed with flavorful ground chicken and veggies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 cup finely chopped Napa cabbage
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Dumplings
  • 1 package dumpling wrappers fresh or frozen
For Frying and Steaming
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup water for steaming

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, finely chopped Napa cabbage, chopped green onions, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined to create a flavorful filling.
Assembly
  1. On a clean surface, place a dumpling wrapper and add approximately 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center.
  2. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold and seal tightly.
  3. Repeat until all filling and wrappers are used.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Arrange the dumplings in a single layer and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Carefully add water to the skillet and immediately cover to steam for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Once steamed, remove lid and let excess water evaporate for 1 minute before transferring to a serving platter.
  5. Serve with soy sauce or dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure dumpling edges are sealed tight to prevent filling leakage. Adjust heat as necessary while cooking for perfect browning.

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