Trader Joe's Soup Dumpling Bake (Printable Version)

Comforting casserole of steamed soup dumplings, vegetables, creamy sauce and a golden cheesy crust—ready in 40 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dumplings & Base

01 - 2 packages (about 12 pieces) frozen Trader Joe's soup dumplings (pork or chicken)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
06 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Sauce & Topping

07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
13 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F.
02 - In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
03 - Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in frozen mixed vegetables and cook for another 2 minutes.
04 - Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce; simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Add the frozen soup dumplings evenly over the mixture. Pour heavy cream over the top and sprinkle with black pepper and chili flakes if using.
06 - Top evenly with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
07 - Transfer the skillet or dish to the oven. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
08 - Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with sliced scallions before serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It transforms frozen soup dumplings into something that feels completely intentional and special without any real effort.
  • The broth and cream soak into the dumpling wrappers creating pockets of richness that surprise you with every bite.
  • Cleanup is minimal since everything cooks in one skillet from stovetop to oven.
02 -
  • Do not thaw the dumplings before baking because frozen ones hold their shape and release their broth at exactly the right moment during the bake.
  • If your skillet is not oven safe transfer everything to a casserole dish before it goes in because the handle surprise is one you do not want.
03 -
  • Resist the urge to stir or move the dumplings once you place them in the skillet because disturbing them breaks the wrappers and lets the precious soup filling escape into the sauce too early.
  • Broil for the final two minutes if your cheese needs help getting those irresistible dark golden spots that make everyone lean in closer.

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