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Best Homemade Chicken Potstickers Recipe!

Chicken Potstickers Recipe

Crispy on the outside, juicy and savory inside, these homemade chicken potstickers are quick, fun to make, and packed with flavor—perfect for busy weeknights, party starters, or freezer-friendly snacks.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired, Chinese
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Calories: 285kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 8

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Non-stick skillet with lid
  • Measuring spoons & cups
  • Spatula or Tongs
  • Small bowl (for egg wash)
  • Grater (for carrots/garlic, if needed)
  • Pastry Brush (optional)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup carrots shredded
  • 1 cup green cabbage shredded
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon hoisen sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 40 dumpling wrappers
  • Soy sauce for dipping

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, shredded carrots, cabbage, garlic, green onions, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and one beaten egg.
    In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, shredded carrots, cabbage, garlic, green onions, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and one beaten egg.
  • Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface and spoon a teaspoon of filling in the center.
    Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface and spoon a teaspoon of filling in the center.
  • Wet the edges with water and fold into a half-moon, pressing to seal. Crimp edges if desired.
    Wet the edges with water and fold into a half-moon, pressing to seal. Crimp edges if desired.
  • Repeat until all wrappers are filled.
    Repeat until all wrappers are filled.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add potstickers in a single layer, flat side down. Fry for 2–3 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown.
    Add potstickers in a single layer, flat side down. Fry for 2–3 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown.
  • Carefully add ¼ cup water and cover immediately. Steam for 5 minutes until the filling is cooked through.
  • Serve hot with soy sauce, Cucumber Salad, or Jalapeño Hot Sauce.
    Serve hot with soy sauce, Cucumber Salad, or Jalapeño Hot Sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 396mg | Potassium: 388mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1406IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg