You’ve seen the popular baked dumplings made with pre-made frozen potstickers or wonton and a flavorful sauce. This version is a little different then the original and I know you’re going to love it! These marry me baked dumplings are made with frozen chicken and veggie dumplings, sundried tomatoes, and fresh basil in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Yum!
You might be thinking, Asian-inspired potstickers paired with a creamy Italian-inspired sauce? I’m telling you they are so good. The pillowy dumplings take on a ravioli taste and texture that pairs perfectly with the creamy sun dried tomato sauce. Using frozen dumplings take a lot of the prep time out of this recipe, perfect for busy night.
You might also like my Tuscan chicken thighs or these baked shrimp wontons. Find all of my dinner recipes here for more inspiration!
Why You Need To Try These
- Quick sauce: a quick creamy pan sauce is made with garlic, seasonings, and sun dried tomatoes for max flavor.
- Frozen shortcut: using pre-made dumplings is a time saving shortcut.
- Trending recipe: try this popular recipe idea at home with this unique twist.
- Family friendly: kids and adults with like this recipe and the cream sauce will be a favorite!
- 30-minute meal: the sauce comes together quickly and the dumplings bake up quick for a fast meal.
What Are Baked Dumplings
Baked dumplings are handmade or premade dumplings (pork or chicken and veggie) added to a baking dish with a creamy, brothy sauce full of flavor and bake until tender and bubbly. The dumplings cook up perfectly in the shallow liquid which thickens as it bakes.
Other ingredients like fresh vegetables, jarred sauces, or hot sauce can be added in to add texture and flavor. Opposed to boiling or pan frying dumplings this version creates more of a ‘ravioli’ texture that pairs great with the cooking liquid/sauce.
Key Ingredients
- Frozen dumplings: look for pork/chicken and vegetable dumplings or potstickers. They have a mild taste. You can find large ones or bite-sized, either will work. Keep them frozen
- Sun dried tomatoes: these are usually found packed in oil but can also be found dry packaged. I like to look for pre-sliced tomatoes, that are either chopped or julienned so I can add them directly to the pan. Drain as much of the oil out as you can, this can be save for salad dressings and marinades!
- Basil: fresh basil is a must! Add in as much as you prefer, I add whole leaves and they wilt down slightly, you can also add chopped basil.
- Broth: chicken broth, vegetable broth, or beef broth will work. This helps thin out the cream sauce and give the dumplings extra liquid to cook in. In a pinch: substitute water.
- Cream: heavy whipping cream is preferred, half and half can be used if needed. Milk wont create as rich of a sauce.
- Cheese: shredded parmesan or asiago are best. Shred your own cheese if possible!
How To Make The Dumplings
Let’s talk a little about how to make the Marry Me Baked Dumplings (The printable instructions are in the recipe card below.)
Quick overview:
- Prep cream sauce. Add to casserole dish with stock.
- Add in dumplings and bake until bubbly.
- Serve with extra sauce and fresh basil.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add in the diced onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion begins to soften. Add in garlic and seasonings, sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
- Reduce to medium heat. Mix in the sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted.
- Transfer cream sauce to a a baking dish, add in chicken stock, and stir to combine. Add in the frozen dumplings in a single layer. Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes until bubbly and dumplings are warmed through.
- Stir in fresh basil leaves and serve dumplings with extra sauce.
Recipe Variations
- Mix in fresh spinach or chopped kale
- Add in fresh cherry tomatoes
- Stir in homemade or jarred pesto
- Add in caper or chopped capers
Serving Recommendations
These baked dumplings are great on their own or serve with some of the ideas below for a balanced meal.
- Crusty Bread or rolls
- Side lettuce salad or light wedge salad
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried veggies
Recipe FAQs
Any frozen Asian-style dumplings work—pork, chicken, or veggie.
No! You can add them straight from the freezer.
Yes, but keep in mind that store-bought dumplings are typically par-steamed or pre-cooked, so cooking times may vary if yours are raw.
The sauce is a mix of broth, cream, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and parmesan—similar to the base of Marry Me Chicken.
Spinach, kale, or sautéed mushrooms mix right into the sauce. You could also serve it with a side of roasted broccoli or green beans.
Marry Me Baked Dumplings (30-Minute Dinner!)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 3-4 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 6 oz. Oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, oil drained and sliced thin
- 1 1/4 cup AE Dairy heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup Chicken stock or broth
- 18 oz. bag Frozen chicken and vegetable dumplings/potstickers, do not thaw
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add in the diced onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion begins to soften. Add in garlic and seasonings, sauté for another 1-2 minutes.2 tbsp Olive oil, 1 medium Yellow onion, 3-4 cloves Fresh garlic, 2 tsp Kosher salt, Fresh cracked black pepper, 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Reduce to medium heat. Mix in the sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted.6 oz. Oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, 1 1/4 cup AE Dairy heavy cream , 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- Transfer cream sauce to a a baking dish, add in chicken stock, and stir to combine. Add in the frozen dumplings in a single layer. Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes until bubbly and dumplings are warmed through.3/4 cup Chicken stock or broth , 18 oz. bag Frozen chicken and vegetable dumplings/potstickers
- Stir in fresh basil leaves and serve dumplings with extra sauce.Fresh basil
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