Description

These Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos combine tender, marinated chicken with a fresh, tangy coleslaw mixture all wrapped in perfectly crispy fried wonton shells. Enhanced by sweet chili sauce and topped with sesame seeds and cilantro, this recipe offers a delightful blend of textures and Asian-inspired flavors in a fun taco format.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Marinade and Cooking

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil (divided)
1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

For the Coleslaw

2 cups coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp honey
1/2 tbsp sesame oil (from total 1 tbsp divided)

For the Wontons and Assembly

12 wonton wrappers
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tsp sesame seeds
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Vegetable oil for frying (amount as needed)

Instructions

Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine thinly sliced chicken breasts with teriyaki sauce, 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger. Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken until fully cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and nice browning.
Prepare the coleslaw: In a separate bowl, toss together the coleslaw mix, thinly sliced green onions, rice vinegar, honey, and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil until well combined and lightly coated.
Fry the wonton wrappers: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Lightly fry each wonton wrapper for 20 to 30 seconds per side until they become golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Assemble the tacos: Place a crispy wonton shell on a serving plate; fill it with cooked chicken and a scoop of coleslaw. Drizzle sweet chili sauce over the top for extra sweetness and a bit of heat.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped cilantro over the assembled tacos for a fresh, nutty finish. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispiness of the wonton shells.

Notes

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying wontons to achieve maximum crispiness without oil absorption.
Thinly slicing the chicken ensures quick cooking and tender bite-sized pieces.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness or heat of the sauce to your preference.
Use fresh ginger and garlic for the most vibrant flavor in the marinade.
These tacos are best served immediately to retain the crispy texture of the wonton shells.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Keywords: Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos, Asian chicken tacos, fried wonton shells, teriyaki chicken tacos, sweet chili chicken tacos