Easy One Pan Dumpling Dinner

Name: Easy One Pan Dumpling Dinner
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 12 to 15 frozen pork or vegetable dumplings; 1/2 cup water; 2 cups fresh baby spinach; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon chili crisp or chili oil; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds; 2 thinly sliced green onions

A cozy and satisfying meal that comes together quickly in just one pan.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Asian· July 19, 2026

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Prep

5 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

15 minutes

Serves

This one pan dumpling dinner is a personal favorite for busy weeknights when I want something comforting without the mountain of dishes. It is so simple to put together, and it tastes just like a delicious meal from your favorite local spot.

My biggest tip for this recipe is to keep an eye on your water level while the dumplings steam. If the pan looks a bit dry before the wrappers are tender, just add a tiny splash more water to help them finish cooking perfectly.

🧺 Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
12 to 15 frozen pork or vegetable dumplings
1/2 cup water
2 cups fresh baby spinach
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon chili crisp or chili oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
2 thinly sliced green onions

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
2
Place the frozen dumplings in the pan, making sure they are not touching.
3
Cook the dumplings for about 2 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
4
Carefully pour the water into the pan and immediately cover with a tight fitting lid to trap the steam.
5
Let the dumplings steam for 5 to 6 minutes or until the water has evaporated and the wrappers look translucent.
6
Remove the lid and add the spinach to the pan, stirring gently until it wilts.
7
Drizzle the soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili crisp over the top.
8
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving right from the pan.

💡 Tips

Serve this dish while it is piping hot for the best texture. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and reheat them in a skillet with a splash of water.

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