Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos
A delightful fusion of crispy wontons filled with tender, flavorful chicken and fresh coleslaw, perfect for any dinner mood.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce Flavor shortcut for chicken
- 1 tbsp sesame oil Divided for marinade and frying
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
For the Slaw
- 2 cups coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
- 2 pieces green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
For the Tacos
- 12 pieces wonton wrappers Available in most grocery stores
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce For drizzling
- 1 tsp sesame seeds For garnish
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate chicken with teriyaki sauce, 1/2 tbsp sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 10 minutes.
Cooking
- Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat until done, about 5-7 minutes.
- Toss coleslaw mix, green onions, rice vinegar, honey, and remaining sesame oil in a bowl.
- Lightly fry wonton wrappers in oil for 20-30 seconds per side until crispy.
- Fill each wonton with chicken, coleslaw, and drizzle with sweet chili sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro.
Notes
For best results, fry wontons right before serving to maintain crispiness. Keep an eye on them while frying, as they can go from perfect to burnt very quickly.