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Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos

A crunchy fusion of Asian flavors wrapped in golden wonton shells — perfect for game day or a weeknight twist.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil (divided) 1/2 tbsp for marinade, 1/2 tbsp for slaw
  • 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 Wonton Tacos
  • 12 pieces wonton wrappers
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Method
 

Marination
  1. Combine teriyaki sauce, 1/2 tbsp sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl. Add thinly sliced chicken breasts and toss to coat. Let it sit for 10 minutes while you prep the rest.
Prepare the Slaw
  1. In a medium bowl, toss the coleslaw mix with sliced green onions, rice vinegar, honey, and the remaining 1/2 tbsp sesame oil. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil and cook the marinated chicken 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and shred or slice to bite-sized pieces.
Crisping the Wontons
  1. Pour about 1/2 inch of neutral oil into a wide skillet and heat to medium-high. Fry wonton wrappers 20–30 seconds per side until golden and crisp; drain on paper towels. (Alternatively, bake at 400°F/200°C with a light spray of oil for 6–8 minutes, turning once.)
Assembly
  1. Place cooked chicken into each crispy wonton shell, top with a scoop of the prepared coleslaw, and drizzle with sweet chili sauce.
Garnishing
  1. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Serve immediately while the wontons are still hot and crunchy. Offer extra sweet chili sauce, lime wedges, or a drizzle of sriracha mayo on the side. Pair with steamed edamame, a simple cucumber salad, or a bowl of miso soup for a fuller meal.