Description
Delight in these crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos featuring tender teriyaki-marinated chicken, fresh Asian slaw, and a sweet chili kick, all served in crispy baked wonton shells for a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced)
Asian Slaw
- 1 bag coleslaw mix
- 1/4 cup green onions (diced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
Shell & Toppings
- 16 wonton wrappers
- Sweet chili sauce (to drizzle)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into long thin slices. In a medium bowl, combine chicken with teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Toss well to coat, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to marinate.
- Prepare Wonton Shells: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Turn a muffin tin upside down and press each wonton wrapper into the space between two muffin cups to form a “V” shape with two points resting on top. Bake for 9 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Remove and set aside. Bake in batches as needed.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large pan over medium heat and add a small amount of olive oil. Remove chicken from marinade and sauté, tossing frequently until fully cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Make the Asian Slaw: In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix and diced green onions. In a separate small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, and honey. Pour dressing over the coleslaw mixture and toss to combine evenly.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a cooked wonton shell on a serving dish, add a layer of cooked chicken, top with Asian slaw, then drizzle with sweet chili sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro. Repeat for all remaining shells.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the chicken wonton tacos right away while the shells are crispy and enjoy!
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour to ensure maximum flavor absorption.
- Watch the wonton shells carefully while baking to prevent burning as they can brown quickly.
- You can substitute the chicken breasts with chicken thighs for juicier meat.
- For a spicier kick, add some sriracha or chili flakes to the slaw dressing.
- Prepare the wonton shells in advance and store them in an airtight container to maintain crispiness before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
