Description
These Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos combine crunchy baked wonton shells with tender, seasoned chicken and a fresh, tangy slaw. A delightful fusion of Asian and Mexican flavors, these bite-sized tacos are perfect as appetizers, snacks, or light meals that are quick to prepare and sure to impress with their bold taste and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Wonton Shells:
- 12 wonton wrappers
- Cooking spray
For the Chicken Filling:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Slaw:
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon honey
For Garnishing:
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Make the Wonton Shells: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Gently press each wonton wrapper into the muffin cups to form small taco shell shapes. Lightly spray the wrappers with cooking spray to ensure crispiness. Bake for 7-9 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
- Cook the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine diced chicken breasts with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture marinate for about 10 minutes. Heat a pan over medium-high heat, cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and slightly golden, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the Slaw: In a bowl, mix shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and chopped green onions. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, and honey. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated, creating a fresh, crunchy slaw.
- Assemble the Tacos: Take a cooled wonton shell and spoon in the cooked chicken. Top with a generous amount of the prepared slaw. Drizzle sweet chili sauce over the top, then garnish with chopped cilantro and sesame seeds for added flavor and an attractive finish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve these tacos immediately while the wonton shells retain their crispness. Best enjoyed fresh to experience the full contrast of textures and flavors.
Notes
- Keep an eye on the wonton shells while baking to prevent them from burning as they brown quickly.
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken longer than 10 minutes if time allows.
- These tacos are best served fresh to maintain the crispiness of the wonton shells.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the slaw dressing to your preference by adding more honey or lime juice.
- Sweet chili sauce can be substituted with sriracha or any preferred hot sauce for a spicier kick.
