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Chicken Potstickers

Published August 8, 2022 by Lauren Vavala Harris

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Chicken potstickers with text overlay.
Chicken potstickers with text overlay.
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Chicken Potstickers are made with ground chicken, vegetables and Asian seasonings folded inside of gyoza or wonton wrappers. These tasty little bites are delicious as an appetizer to all of your Asian-inspired meals.

A potsticker being lifted up over a bowl of dipping sauce with chopsticks.

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Potstickers originated in China and are commonly served at Asian establishments, though you will often find them available at other types of restaurants more often now. They have become increasingly popular over the last several years.

Potstickers are little pockets of filled dough, similar to dumplings. They are often made with gyoza wrappers, but wonton wrappers can also be used and are often easier to find. The filling is typically made with a combination of ground meat, vegetables and seasonings.

This recipe calls for ground chicken, but ground turkey, pork or beef can be used, if preferred.

Serve potstickers as an appetizer to Asian-inspired main dishes like Mongolian Ground Beef, Asian Ground Pork Tacos, and Vegetable Stir Fry.

Why This Recipe Works

Homemade potstickers are very simple to prepare, but they do take some time. For the best flavor, the filling should sit in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Then, filling the wrappers can take some time, as well. They are well worth the wait and effort.

They are most commonly served as an appetizer, but can also be served as a main dish or side dish.

You can adapt the ingredients to fit into your own personal tastes.

How To Make Potstickers

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • 1/2 pound ground chicken
  • 2 cups cabbage, finely chopped
  • 1 8-ounce can water chestnuts, drained and diced small
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 50 wonton wrappers (gyoza wrapper can also be used)

The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can also print the recipe from the card, if needed.

Prep!

Drain and dice the water chestnuts and dice the cabbage. Peel and grate the ginger and mince the garlic, as well.

Create!

Ground chicken cooked in a skillet.

Heat 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot add the meat and cook, breaking up into fine crumbles, until no longer pink. Drain well. 

Potstickers filling in a skillet.

In a medium bowl mix together the cooked chicken, cabbage, water chestnuts, onion powder, ginger, garlic, salt, sugar, remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and hoisin sauce. Refrigerate for at least hours to let the flavors blend together.

Wonton wrappers being filled with chicken potstickers filling.

To fill the potstickers, place approximately of 1 tablespoon of meat mixture into the center of each wonton wrapper. Wet the edges lightly with water, fold in half, and press to seal.

Cooked potstickers in a skillet.

To cook the potstickers, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush a very thin layer of oil onto the bottom of the pan.

Chef’s Note: be sure to only use a very small amount of oil. You will be adding water to the pan so it’s important that there not be much residual oil when the water is added to prevent splatter and possibly burning yourself.

Working in batches, place potstickers into the pan with a little space between them. Cook on the first side until browned, about 30 seconds, then flip and repeat on the other side. Carefully pour in about 1/3 cup of water and cover immediately.

Steam for 2-3 minutes, or until hot and tender, then remove. Repeat this process with the remaining potstickers.

Present!

Potstickers on a plate with a bowl of dipping sauce.

Serve hot with the dipping sauce, if desired.

Dipping sauce can be made my mixing 1 tablespoon of soy sauce with 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar. You can add sriracha, wasabi paste or chili oil to make it spicy, if preferred.

Tips and Techniques

  • Any ground meat can be used as a substitute for ground chicken, if preferred.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 2-3 days.

FAQ’s

Can Potstickers Be Made Ahead Of Time?

Yes. Potstickers can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until you are ready to cook and serve them.

Can Potstickers Be Frozen?

Yes. Potstickers can be frozen for up to 3 months. Place filled potstickers on a parchment paper lined sheet pan and place in the freezer. Once frozen, transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag.

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Chicken Potstickers

Chicken Potstickers are made with ground chicken, vegetables and Asian seasonings folded inside of gyoza or wonton wrappers. These tasty little bites are delicious as an appetizer to all of your Asian-inspired meals.
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Chicken, Chinese
Prep Time 1 hour hour
Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
Marinate Time 4 hours hours
Total Time 5 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
Servings 50 potstickers
Calories 39kcal
Author Lauren Harris

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil (divided)
  • 1/2 pound ground chicken
  • 2 cups cabbage (finely chopped)
  • 1 can water chestnuts (drained and finely diced)
  • 1/2 teaspooon onion powder
  • 1 inch fresh ginger (grated)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 50 wonton wrappers (or gyoza wrappers - see notes)

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, breaking up into fine crumbles, until no longer pink. Drain well.
    2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1/2 pound ground chicken
  • In a medium bowl mix together the cooked chicken, cabbage, water chestnuts, onion powder, ginger, garlic, salt, sugar, remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and hoisin sauce. Refrigerate for at least hours to let the flavors blend together.
    2 cups cabbage, 1 can water chestnuts, 1/2 teaspooon onion powder, 1 inch fresh ginger, 3 cloves garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • To fill the potstickers, place approximately of 1 tablespoon of meat mixture into the center of each wonton wrapper. Wet the edges lightly with water, fold in half, and press to seal.
    50 wonton wrappers
  • To cook the potstickers, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush a very thin layer of oil onto the bottom of the pan. See notes.
  • Working in batches, place potstickers into the pan with a little space between them. Cook on the first side until browned, about 30 seconds, then flip and repeat on the other side. Carefully pour in about 1/3 cup of water and cover immediately.
  • Steam for 2-3 minutes, or until hot and tender, then remove. Repeat this process with the remaining potstickers.
  • Serve hot with the dipping sauce.

Notes

Tips and Techniques

  • Be very careful to only use a very small amount of oil in the pan. Mixing oil and water can cause splatter which can burn you. The potstickers will absorb most of the oil before the water is added. This is a traditional method of cooking potstickers.
  • If you choose to use gyoza wrappers, the total amount of potstickers may vary.  Please refer to the package for cooking instructions as well, as they may differ from those listed above.
  • To make your own dipping sauce, mix together 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar. For a spicier dipping sauce you can chili oil, sriracha or wasabi paste.
 
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1potsticker | Calories: 39kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

This recipe was originally posted on September 15, 2016. It was updated with an improved recipe, new images, step-by-step instructions, tips, techniques and FAQ’s in August 2022.

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Comments

  1. Marisa Franca says

    October 31, 2018 at 3:41 pm

    We love potstickers but we’ve never made them at home. You really make them look easy to do. Our weekends we always like to try new dishes and we are putting this recipe on our roster.

    Reply
  2. Veena Azmanov says

    October 31, 2018 at 3:22 pm

    I love pot stickers but have not made them in ages. As a kid mom made these so often. I must make these soon. Love the flavors you have in these.

    Reply
  3. Dan Zehr says

    October 30, 2018 at 3:24 pm

    This is a really unique recipe. I would like to try it for dinner. I think that my whole family is delighted with your recipe. Looks very appetizing!

    Reply
  4. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

    October 30, 2018 at 2:37 pm

    Omg, dumpling makers? I sure never knew. I feel like there is a kitchen gadget for everything these days!

    Reply
  5. Claudia Lamascolo says

    October 30, 2018 at 12:49 pm

    I ve always wanted to learn how these are made. I have had them at several parties. I cant wait to add this to my list of must make for the holidays!

    Reply
  6. Ashley says

    September 19, 2016 at 10:26 pm

    I love potstickers! I’ll have to make these!

    Reply
  7. Kristen Kavan says

    September 19, 2016 at 12:20 pm

    i absolutely LOVE potstickers. I order them every single time we go out! But, never made my own. You made it seem so easy! I cannot wait to try to make them!

    Reply
  8. JeeYoung W says

    September 16, 2016 at 6:16 pm

    MMMM so so delicious! Thanks for making me hungry for dinner! LOL

    Reply
  9. Alison says

    September 16, 2016 at 10:50 am

    I’ve never tried those! You’ve inspired me to give it a whirl 🙂

    Reply
  10. Bella says

    September 16, 2016 at 1:35 am

    Potstickers are my favourite, they are so yummy. I will have to try making them. Thank you for sharing.

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  11. Leah says

    September 16, 2016 at 12:08 am

    These sound great! I love the touch of ginger in here! I will have to try these!

    Reply
  12. Marissa says

    September 15, 2016 at 5:58 pm

    Wow! Potstickers from scratch! That’s impressive 🙂

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    Reply
  13. Joanna says

    September 15, 2016 at 3:55 pm

    I love potstickers, but I have never made any on my own. I will have to try this out! 🙂

    Reply
  14. Maggie Unzueta says

    September 15, 2016 at 1:55 pm

    I have never tried to make potstickers at home. I’ll have to try this out.

    Reply
  15. Allison - Celebrating Sweets says

    September 15, 2016 at 11:27 am

    I’m always looking for new chicken recipes. This would be a great way to switch things up. Yum!

    Reply

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