Description
Delicious Chicken Wonton Tacos combining tender teriyaki marinated chicken, crunchy Asian slaw, and crispy baked wonton wrappers. Perfect for a flavorful appetizer or light main course with a mix of savory, sweet, and tangy tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 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
- 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 taste)
- Sesame seeds (to taste)
- Chopped cilantro (to taste)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Slice chicken breasts into thin strips. Combine chicken with teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger in a medium bowl. Toss well, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour to marinate.
- Prepare wonton shells: Preheat oven to 375 F. Turn a muffin tin upside down and press a wonton wrapper between two muffin cups to form a “V” shape. Bake for 9 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Remove when crisp and set aside. Repeat for remaining wrappers in batches.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a large pan over medium heat and add a bit of olive oil. Remove chicken from marinade and sauté, tossing frequently, until fully cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Make the Asian slaw: Add coleslaw mix and diced green onions to a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, and honey for the dressing. Pour dressing over the slaw and toss to coat evenly.
- Assemble the tacos: Take a baked wonton shell and layer cooked chicken inside. Add a generous portion of the prepared slaw, drizzle with sweet chili sauce, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro on top.
- Serve: Repeat assembly with remaining shells and fillings. Serve immediately for the best crispy texture and fresh flavors. Enjoy your Chicken Wonton Tacos!
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for a full hour for best flavor absorption.
- Watch wonton wrappers closely while baking to prevent burning as oven temperatures can vary.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to keep sodium levels moderate.
- If preferred, substitute sweet chili sauce with sriracha or another favorite spicy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
