3-Ingredient Trader Joe’s Dinner: Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Dumpling Skillet

updated Jan 28, 2020
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Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Dumpling Skillet

Boiled dumplings are paired with snappy asparagus and an easy cream sauce in this super-fast dinner.

Serves4

Prep5 minutes

Cook15 minutes

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When you’re tired of tortellini and good on gyoza, don’t lose hope — head to Trader Joe’s. Tucked in the freezer case is a different kind of dumpling, one with savory chicken and mushrooms stuffed in a thick, doughy pouch. This is a skillet dinner you won’t want to miss.

Credit: Photo: Joe Lingeman/Kitchn; Food Stylist: Pearl Jones/Kitchn

What Are Pelmeni?

In Russia, filled pockets of dough are called pelmeni. These savory dumplings are often filled with beef or pork, but Trader Joe’s carries a chicken and mushroom variety in their freezer section.

Pelmeni are often served with sour cream, but the nutty Parmesan flavor of Alfredo sauce pairs well with the chicken and sautéed vegetable flavors in this skillet dinner.

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Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Dumpling Skillet

Boiled dumplings are paired with snappy asparagus and an easy cream sauce in this super-fast dinner.

Prep time 5 minutes

Cook time 15 minutes

Serves4

Nutritional Info

Ingredients

  • 1 (16-ounce) package

    frozen Trader Joe's Chicken & Mushroom Pelmeni

  • 1 (12-ounce) package

    Trader Joe's Asparagus Sauté with Onions & Mushrooms

  • 1 1/2 cups

    jarred Alfredo sauce

  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pelmeni and cook until they float, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, cook the vegetables.

  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the asparagus sauté and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and cook until the asparagus brightens in color and the mushrooms and onions begin to brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the drained pelmeni and 1 1/2 cups Alfredo sauce, and toss until coated and heated through, about 1 minute. Serve with freshly ground black pepper.

Recipe Notes

Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 5 days.

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