Chicken “Blanket” Dumplings

These viral Chicken “Blanket” Dumplings are everywhere on social, and for good reason! No folding, no sealing—just simple, juicy dumplings with a golden, crispy base. Use regular or gluten-free wrappers. Steam + Crisp Method.

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Viral Chicken “Blanket” Dumplings

Ingredients

• 24 dumpling wrappers use gluten-free if needed
• 2 tsp avocado oil
• ⅔ cup water
• Dumpling sauce or chili crisp for serving
• Filling
• 1 lb chicken breast or thigh cut into chunks
• ¼ cup cilantro or green onion
• 1½ tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 –2 inch piece fresh ginger
• 1 whole garlic clove
• 1 tsp cornstarch

Instructions

• Add the chicken, cilantro (or green onion), soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch to a food processor. Blend until a smooth, cohesive mixture forms.
• Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion the mixture into small mounds on a plate.
• Place a dumpling wrapper over each mound and gently press (“smoosh”) so it adheres to the filling underneath.
• Transfer dumplings wrapper-side up into a pan (filling side down). Add water and cover.
• Steam over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
• Remove the lid, let any excess water evaporate, then add avocado oil.
• Cook until the bottoms are golden and slightly crispy.
• Serve hot with dumpling sauce or chili crisp.