Description
Crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor, this One Pan Dumpling Dinner is the ultimate quick and easy dinner idea that brings all the magic in a single skillet. With just one pan, you get golden-bottomed dumplings bathed in a savory soy-sesame broth, topped with chilies, herbs, and toasted sesame seeds. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or looking for cozy comfort food, this dish satisfies every craving. It’s perfect for anyone looking for quick dinner recipes, easy dumpling meals, or one-pan food ideas that don’t sacrifice flavor.
Ingredients
16–20 dumplings (fresh or frozen)
1 tablespoon neutral oil
0.5 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
0.75 cup hot water or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon honey or sugar
2–3 green chilies, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or green onions
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
1. Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the dumplings flat-side down in a single layer. Sear for 2–3 minutes until golden on the bottom.
2. Sprinkle garlic and green chilies over and around the dumplings. Let cook for 30 seconds.
3. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili flakes, honey, and hot water. Pour this sauce into the pan carefully.
4. Immediately cover the pan with a lid. Reduce heat to low and steam the dumplings for 5–6 minutes (7–8 minutes if frozen).
5. Remove the lid. Let the sauce simmer for 1–2 more minutes so it thickens slightly and crisps the dumpling bottoms again.
6. Turn off the heat. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds, herbs, and black pepper. Serve hot straight from the pan.
Notes
Use hot broth or water to maintain cooking temperature and avoid soggy dumplings.
Always brown dumplings first to get that irresistible crispy base.
Add fresh garnishes at the end to preserve brightness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pan
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 dumplings with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: one pan dinner, dumpling skillet, quick dinner, easy recipe, comfort food