Its my ultimate back-pocket meal.

Simply Recipes / Kris Osborne

A package of frozen wontons saves me on the nights when Ijust can’twith dinner.

The biggest effort with this dish is keeping wontons in your freezer on standby.

wanton soup next to a small bowl of sliced scallions

Simply Recipes / Kris Osborne

For a more balanced meal, stir in some quick-cooking greens at the end.

This wonton soup has saved me many times.

Choosing the Best Wontons for the Job

Let’s talk about wontons.

wanton soup in a bowl (close-up)

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My favorites are thebibigoFully-Cooked Chicken and Cilantro Mini Wontons from Costco.

They’re bite-sized, versatile, tasty, and cook in 2 minutes.

They’re also a great value purchased in bulk from Costco and often go on sale twice a year.

wanton soup in two bowls surrounded by toppings (a plate of bok choy, a small bowl of scallions, a small bowl of chili crisp, and a bowl with sliced peppers)

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Because they’re fully cooked, they’re hard to mess up.

The Trader Joe’sChicken Cilantro Mini Wontonsare also a great choice, but any frozen wonton will do.

Just check the cooking time on the package and adjust accordingly.

In a pinch, it’s possible for you to use frozen dumplings instead.

How To Make My 15-Minute Wonton Soup

This recipe can be easily multiplied.

Cover with a lid, reduce to low, and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes.

Remove the lid and season with salt, to taste.

Add the fresh lime juice and more salt, as needed, to taste.

Serve immediately with reserved green onions for garnish and your choice of toppings.

There’s no wrong way to make this quick wonton soup.

Here are some of the ways I like to mix it up: