Crispy Sesame Chicken Dumplings
Delight your guests with these irresistible Crispy Sesame Chicken Dumplings! A delectable twist on traditional potstickers, this recipe combines the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter, ground chicken, and fresh vegetables, all encased in flaky biscuit dough. Perfectly pan-fried for a crispy finish, these dumplings are complemented by a sweet and spicy dipping sauce made from raspberry jam and apricot preserves. Easy to make and even easier to share, this recipe is great for gatherings or a satisfying meal at home. Enjoy the explosion of flavors that will surely make these dumplings a new favorite!
8
Servings
360
Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup (smooth)
egg
1 (beaten)
onion powder
1 teaspoon (dry)
toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon (liquid)
soy sauce
1 teaspoon (liquid)
shredded carrot
1/2 cup (fresh)
green onions
2 (thinly sliced)
black pepper
3/4 teaspoon (freshly ground)
ground chicken or turkey
1 lb (raw)
refrigerated biscuits (Flaky Layers from Pillsbury)
1 (16 1/3 ounce) can (contains 8 biscuits)
vegetable oil
2 tablespoons (for frying)
butter
4 tablespoons (for frying)
chicken broth
1 cup (liquid)
sesame seeds
2 teaspoons (for garnish)
seedless red raspberry jam
1/4 cup (for sauce)
apricot preserves
1/4 cup (for sauce)
crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon (for sauce)
thinly sliced green onion tops
to garnish (fresh)
Instructions
1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, beaten egg, onion powder, toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, shredded carrot, thinly sliced green onions, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
2
Carefully fold in the ground chicken or turkey, ensuring everything is evenly blended.
3
Open the can of refrigerated biscuits and separate them into 8 biscuits. Each biscuit should be cut evenly in half to create 16 layers. Flatten each piece into a 4-inch round using a rolling pin.
4
Spoon approximately 1 heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture onto the center of each round. Carefully fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges tightly to create a standing seam along the top of each dumpling.
5
Arrange 8 of the prepared dumplings on a cookie sheet, cover, and refrigerate while you prepare to cook the first batch.
6
In a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, combine 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Heat until bubbly.
7
Add 8 dumplings seam-side up, and cook them for 2 to 5 minutes or until the bottoms are a light golden brown.
8
Once browned, remove the skillet from heat and carefully pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds.
9
Immediately cover the skillet and return to heat. Allow the dumplings to cook for 10 minutes without uncovering. Turn off the heat and let stand for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the chicken is fully cooked.
10
Remove the dumplings from the skillet and keep them covered to retain heat. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining dumplings.
11
In a small saucepan, combine the red raspberry jam, apricot preserves, and crushed red pepper flakes. Heat over medium until melted and bubbly, stirring occasionally for 3 to 5 minutes.
12
Remove from heat and strain the mixture to create a smooth dipping sauce.
13
Serve the dumplings warm on a plate, drizzle with the sweet and spicy sauce, and garnish with sliced green onion tops.
Nutrition Information
21g
Fat
33g
Carbs
21g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Sesame Chicken Dumplings?
They are a unique twist on potstickers that use refrigerated flaky biscuit dough filled with a mixture of ground chicken, creamy peanut butter, and vegetables.
What kind of dough is used for these dumplings?
The recipe uses refrigerated flaky layer biscuits, specifically recommending the 16 1/3 ounce can from Pillsbury.
Can I use turkey instead of chicken?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1 pound of ground chicken or ground turkey to be used for the filling.
What ingredients make up the dipping sauce?
The dipping sauce is made from seedless red raspberry jam, apricot preserves, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Is there peanut butter in the chicken filling?
Yes, 1/4 cup of creamy peanut butter is incorporated into the filling to provide a rich, nutty flavor.
How many dumplings does this recipe yield?
The recipe makes approximately 16 dumplings by splitting 8 biscuits into two layers each.
How are the dumplings cooked?
They are pan-fried in vegetable oil and butter until the bottoms are golden, then steamed in chicken broth.
What are the nutritional facts for one serving?
Each serving contains 360 calories, 21g of fat, 33g of carbohydrates, and 21g of protein.
How do I prepare the biscuits for the dumplings?
Separate the 8 biscuits from the can, cut each in half horizontally to make 16 layers, and flatten each into a 4-inch round.
What vegetables are included in the filling?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of shredded fresh carrots and 2 thinly sliced green onions.
How long do I fry the dumplings before adding liquid?
The dumplings should be cooked for 2 to 5 minutes or until the bottoms reach a light golden brown color.
How much liquid is needed for steaming the dumplings?
A total of 1 cup of chicken broth is used for the entire recipe, divided between the two batches (1/2 cup per batch).
Do I need to flip the dumplings while they cook?
No, the dumplings are cooked seam-side up and steamed with a lid on so they cook through without flipping.
How do I ensure the dipping sauce is smooth?
After heating the jam and preserves until bubbly, you should strain the mixture to create a smooth sauce.
Is the dipping sauce spicy?
Yes, it has a slight heat from the addition of 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.
What garnishes are used for this dish?
The dumplings are garnished with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onion tops.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as Asian cuisine.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 21 grams of protein per serving.
What is the total fat content?
The recipe contains 21 grams of fat per serving.
How much onion powder is required?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of dry onion powder in the chicken mixture.
What kind of sesame oil is used?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil for the filling.
How long should the dumplings stand after cooking?
Let them stand for an additional 5 to 7 minutes after turning off the heat to allow all liquid to be absorbed.
How do I seal the dumplings?
Fold the dough over the heaping tablespoon of chicken mixture and pinch the edges tightly to create a standing seam.
How many sesame seeds are needed?
A total of 2 teaspoons of sesame seeds are used for the entire recipe.
Is there egg in the filling?
Yes, one beaten egg is used to help bind the chicken filling ingredients together.
What is the heat level for the skillet?
The skillet should be set to medium-low heat to avoid burning the biscuit dough.
How much soy sauce is used?
The chicken filling contains 1 teaspoon of soy sauce.
Can I cook all the dumplings at once?
The recipe recommends cooking them in two batches of 8 to avoid overcrowding the 12-inch skillet.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
Each serving has 33 grams of carbohydrates.
Is the chicken broth added while the pan is on the heat?
No, you should remove the skillet from the heat before carefully pouring in the chicken broth to avoid splattering.