Description
Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos combine deep-fried wonton shells with teriyaki-glazed chicken and a sweet-chili slaw for a delightful handheld treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (divided)
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cups coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Combine chicken with teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat oil to 350–360°F (175–180°C) in a pot. Fry wonton wrappers, forming taco shapes, until golden and crisp (1-1.5 minutes total).
- In a skillet, cook marinated chicken until fully cooked (3-5 minutes per side).
- Mix coleslaw ingredients in a bowl and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Assemble tacos by placing chicken in wonton shells, topping with slaw, cilantro, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
Keep oil temperature steady while frying and assemble tacos right before serving for the best crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tacos
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: crispy chicken, wonton tacos, teriyaki, appetizer, Asian recipes