Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos – Crunchy, Sweet & Savory Delight 🌮
Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos feature crunchy fried wonton shells filled with tender teriyaki chicken and fresh coleslaw, topped with sweet chili sauce and sesame seeds for a fast, flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 wonton tacos
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (divided)
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cups coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with teriyaki sauce, ½ tablespoon sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 10 minutes.
- 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 chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use pre-shredded coleslaw to save time.
- Bake wonton wrappers at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes if avoiding frying.
- Adjust sweetness with more or less chili sauce.