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Tasty Viral Trader Joe’s Dumpling Bake

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Experience the viral Trader Joe’s Dumpling Bake! Savory gyoza meets a creamy, spicy dream sauce, all baked over spinach. Super easy comfort food. Full instructions & nutrition details included.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 (16 oz) package Trader Joe's Chicken or Chicken Gyoza
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce (or sriracha, adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
  2. Step 2: Spread the fresh spinach evenly over the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Arrange the frozen Trader Joe's dumplings in a single layer over the spinach.
  3. Step 3: Spoon the prepared sauce mixture over the dumplings, ensuring they are coated. Gently toss the dumplings and spinach in the dish to evenly distribute the sauce.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the top of the dumplings and sauce mixture.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the dumplings are cooked through and slightly golden at the edges. If desired, broil for the last 1-2 minutes for extra browning.

Notes

  • Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, making for a quick and comforting meal later in the week.
  • For best results when reheating, pop individual portions into the microwave until warmed through, or for a crispier top, warm in a 300°F oven for about 10-15 minutes until bubbly again.
  • This delightful bake pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad dressed in a light vinaigrette to cut through the richness, or sprinkle with fresh chopped scallions for a bright finish.
  • To ensure every dumpling gets perfectly coated and absorbs maximum flavor, try gently tossing the frozen dumplings directly with the sauce mixture in a separate bowl *before* arranging them over the spinach in the baking dish.
  • Author: olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the bake
  • Calories: 620
  • Sodium: 2060mg
  • Fat: 36g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Protein: 2g