Description
Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos combine tender teriyaki-marinated chicken with a fresh, tangy coleslaw, all wrapped in crunchy, golden-fried wonton wrappers. This fusion dish blends Asian flavors with a fun taco presentation, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and 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
Assembly and Garnish
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Oil for frying wontons (about 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken breasts with teriyaki sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked through and slightly caramelized, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Coleslaw: In a separate bowl, toss together the coleslaw mix, thinly sliced green onions, rice vinegar, honey, and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil. Mix to combine and let it sit briefly to meld flavors.
- Fry the Wonton Wrappers: Heat oil in a small pan for shallow frying. Fry each wonton wrapper for 20-30 seconds on each side until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a crispy wonton wrapper on a plate, fill with cooked chicken, a generous amount of coleslaw, and drizzle with sweet chili sauce to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the tacos with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro for a fresh finish. Serve immediately while the wontons are still crisp.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- For a spicier kick, add sliced fresh chili to the coleslaw mix or increase the sweet chili sauce.
- Wonton wrappers must be fried just until crispy; overcooking will cause them to become too hard.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to keep the sodium content moderate.
- These tacos are best eaten fresh to maintain the crispiness of the wonton shells.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Keywords: Crispy chicken tacos, wonton tacos, teriyaki chicken recipe, fried wonton wrappers, Asian fusion appetizers
