You’ll never find an easier potsticker recipe! These easy potstickers are made with only 4-ingredients and taste incredible.

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One bite of these potstickers, and you’ll never order takeout versions again! This recipe is actually adapted from my mom’s version of dumplings, which I loved growing up. Now, it’s one of my kids’ favorite dishes, too. 

Virtually failproof, it comes together quickly thanks to the use of just four simple ingredients and pre-made wrappers.

It’s such a hit in my house that I make it nearly every week, using different variations of protein and veggies so we never get bored. My kids love to dip these potstickers in sour cream, soy sauce, or sweet and chili sauce.

Plus, one batch makes enough for 8-10 servings. Or, you can easily double or triple the batch to freeze for later.

What are Potstickers?

Potstickers are medium-sized dumplings that are made using a fry-steam method, where the dumplings are first browned in some oil and then steamed in the same pan with little water. Usually, they are eaten in two to three bites with some type of dipping sauce.

What You Will Love About this Potsticker Recipe

  • A family favorite: This recipe is based on my mom’s dumpling recipe, so you can trust when I say it’s tried and true!
  • Big flavor: A lot of the time, potstickers let the sauce do the heavy lifting and the filling is fairly bland. Here, the unique addition of Italian sausage makes the filling super tasty.
  • Just 4 ingredients: This keeps your shopping list short and sweet! 
  • The easiest to make: No making the dough from scratch and no crimping the edges! Just fold and seal the store-bought dumpling wrappers.

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Potsticker Recipe Ingredients

Here are the ingredients that you will need:

  • Italian mild sausage – you can certainly use hot sausage for little heat.
  • Ground chicken – ground breast or thigh meat.
  • Yellow onion – sweet or white onion can be substituted.
  • Won ton wrappers – made out of flour, water, egg, and salt. They come stacked in a plastic wrapper and can be found in the refrigerated section of most supermarkets. I usually find them near the produce.
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How to Make this Potsticker Recipe

1. Combine the sausage, chicken, and onions in a mixing bowl.

2. Working with 2-3 wrappers at a time, add a heaping teaspoon of the filling onto the center of each wrapper. Dip your finger in water and lightly moisten the edges of a wrapper with your wet finger. Fold the wrapper to create a triangle.

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3. Heat a few tablespoons of avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add potstickers in a single layer and cook until lightly golden crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side.

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Chicken Pot Stickers Variations

  • Pork swap: Use ground pork in place of the chicken for a more traditional, richer filling.
  • Garlic ginger: Add a small clove of grated garlic and a little fresh ginger for extra depth.
  • Spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes or a spoonful of Calabrian chili paste to the filling.
  • Add vegetables: Finely chopped mushrooms or shredded cabbage add moisture and stretch the filling.

Easy Potstickers Recipe Tips

  • Use your hands to mix the filling to ensure it is well combined. It’s the best way to do it. Take off all your jewelry before mixing the meat as it does get messy and sticky.
  • Do not overfill the potstickers or they will tear. Use 1 teaspoon measuring spoon to scoop out the filling. You want a generous teaspoon of the filling for each potsticker. Do not use an eating teaspoon. 
  • Use a non-stick pan for best results and do not overcrowd the pan.
  • Do not overcook the potstickers. The filling will taste tough. Remember there’s very little filling on the inside so you only need few minutes of cooking on each side.
  • Do not let the assembled potstickers sit out for too long before frying, otherwise, they will dry out.

What to Serve with this Potsticker Recipe?

Potstickers are great with some type of dipping sauce if you’re serving them for an appetizer. But they also serve as an easy, quick-fix dinner and there are different ways you can turn them into a complete meal:

How to Store Chicken Pot Stickers

Allow the cooked potstickers to cool completely at room temperature. Place in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Freezing and Reheating Potstickers

The best part about this easy potsticker recipe is that it makes a big batch. So you can enjoy some now and freeze the other half for later. 

  • To freeze potstickers – place uncooked potstickers in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 1 hour. Transfer to freezer-safe bags. Store for up to 3 months in the freezer.
  • To freeze the meat filling – meat filling will last in the fridge for up to 2 days but anything beyond that I recommend freezing.

Simply transfer the meat filling to freezer-safe bags. Make sure to get as much air out as you can to avoid freezer burn. Freeze for up to 3 months. 

  • To reheat potstickers – do not thaw out the potsticker before cooking but instead place frozen potstickers in a non-stick skillet with little oil and cook on medium until lightly golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Carefully add 3-4 tablespoons of water, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes. Potstickers should be tender and most of the water gone. Do not attempt to thaw out the potsticker prior to cooking. They will turn soggy and sticky.

Potsticker Recipe FAQs

Dumplings vs. potstickers?

Potstickers are a type of dumpling that originates in China. All potstickers are dumplings, but not all dumplings are potstickers!

How to reheat?

I like to reheat leftover potstickers in a skillet. First, cook them in a nonstick skillet with oil until they’re nicely browned, then add 3-4 tablespoons of water, cover, and steam until warmed through. You can use this same method if they’re frozen; they just take a bit longer to steam.

What is the best pot sticker sauce?

The most common potsticker sauce is a combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and sugar. Some people also like to use soy sauce alone, sweet and sour sauce, or store-bought potsticker sauces.

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Potsticker Recipe

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  • Author: Katya
  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 mins
  • Yield: 8–10 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Saute
  • Cuisine: Chinese
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Description

You’ll never find an easier potsticker recipe! These easy potstickers are made with only 4-ingredients and taste incredible.

Ingredients

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  • 14 oz. Italian mild sausage, removed from casing
  • 8 oz. ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion or grated with a box grater
  • 1 pkg. (12 oz.) won ton wrappers
  • Kosher salt and fresh black pepper
  • Avocado oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sausage, ground chicken, and onions. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Use your hands to combine the mixture.
  2. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a cutting board. Fill a small bowl with water. Set both aside.
  3. Working with 2-3 wrappers at a time, add a heaping teaspoon of the filling onto the center of each wrapper. Dip your finger in water and lightly moisten the edges of a wrapper with your wet finger. Fold wrapper to create a triangle. Place filled wrappers onto the prepared sheet pan and continue to assemble the remaining potstickers.
  4. When ready to cook, heat few tablespoons of avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add potstickers in a single layer and cook until lightly golden crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side. Keep an eye on them so they don’t overcook. Reduce heat if needed. Serve immediately with dipping sauce of choice.

Notes

  • Italian Sausage – I like mild sausage but feel free to substitute with hot sausage for extra heat.
  • Freezing/Reheating Potstickers –  see “How to Freeze and Reheat Potstickers” in the body of the post for detailed instructions.
  • Serving Size – one (12 oz.) package of won ton wrappers makes approximately 50 potstickers but the quantity may vary, depending on the brand of wrappers.
  • Quick Dipping Sauce – whisk together 3 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce, 4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce, 4 tsp. sesame oil, 1 tsp. sriracha sauce, and 1 Tbsp. minced cilantro.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1.1 g
  • Sodium: 702.6 mg
  • Fat: 15.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Protein: 16.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 40.5 mg