Description
These 30-Minute Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos combine tender teriyaki-marinated chicken with a fresh, tangy coleslaw, all served in crispy baked wonton cups. Perfectly balanced with sweet chili sauce and garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro, these tacos make a quick, flavorful appetizer or meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (divided)
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Coleslaw
- 2 cups coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- Remaining 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
Wonton Tacos
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine thinly sliced chicken breasts with teriyaki sauce, half of the sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger. Mix well and let it marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken for 5 to 7 minutes or until fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Coleslaw: In a separate bowl, toss together the coleslaw mix, thinly sliced green onions, rice vinegar, honey, and the remaining half tablespoon of sesame oil. Mix thoroughly to coat the vegetables in the dressing.
- Form and Bake Wonton Cups: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Press each wonton wrapper into the cavities of a muffin tin, shaping them into cups. Bake in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and let them cool slightly.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill each crispy wonton cup with a portion of the cooked chicken and top with the prepared coleslaw mix.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle each taco with sweet chili sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro for an added burst of flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the coleslaw mix with shredded napa cabbage or shredded lettuce for variation.
- If you prefer a spicier bite, add a few drops of Sriracha sauce along with the sweet chili sauce.
- To save time, marinate the chicken overnight for even richer flavor.
- Make sure to watch the wonton cups closely while baking to avoid burning since oven temperatures can vary.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
