Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDillon's Dumpling HouseChicken Dumplings Recipe

Chicken Dumplings Recipe

Time1h 15m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Dumpling Dough

Method

Dumpling Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

  2. 2

    Add Water

    Slowly add the boiling water to the flour mixture, stirring with a fork until a dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

    Once the dough is cool enough to handle, knead it on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.

  4. 4

    Rest the Dough

    Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Chicken Filling Preparation

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped green onions, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

  2. 6

    Chill Filling

    Cover the chicken filling and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Assembly and Cooking

  1. 7

    Roll out Dough

    After the resting period, divide the dough into small pieces and roll each piece into a thin circle.

  2. 8

    Fill Dumplings

    Place a small amount of the chicken filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over and pinch the edges to seal.

  3. 9

    Prepare Broth

    In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.

  4. 10

    Cook Dumplings

    Carefully drop the dumplings into the boiling broth. Reduce the heat and let them simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.

  5. 11

    Serve

    Ladle the dumplings into bowls, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve hot.

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