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Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos

Delicious and quick chicken tacos wrapped in crispy wonton shells, perfect for family dinners and easy meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Fusion
Servings 4 tacos
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken

  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce Low-sodium version recommended
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil Divided
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce For umami flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh is preferred
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated Grate from frozen for easier use

For the coleslaw

  • 2 cups coleslaw mix Combination of cabbage and carrots
  • 2 pieces green onions, thinly sliced For freshness
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar For tanginess
  • 1 tsp honey To sweeten the dressing

For assembling the tacos

  • 12 pieces wonton wrappers For the taco shells
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce For drizzling
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds For garnish
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro For garnish

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken

  • In a bowl, toss your thinly sliced chicken with teriyaki sauce, 1/2 tbsp of sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Let it marinade for about 10 minutes.

Cook the Chicken

  • Heat up your skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Once hot, add the marinated chicken and cook for about 5–7 minutes until golden brown.

Prepare the Coleslaw

  • In a large bowl, blend the coleslaw mix, green onions, rice vinegar, honey, and remaining sesame oil until everything is coated.

Fry the Wonton Wrappers

  • Heat enough oil in a pan for frying over medium-high heat. Once it’s shimmering, gently fry the wonton wrappers for 20–30 seconds per side until golden.

Assemble the Tacos

  • Grab a crispy wonton wrapper, fill it with a generous spoonful of chicken, add coleslaw, drizzle with sweet chili sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and top with cilantro.

Enjoy!

  • Bite into the tacos and enjoy the crunch and flavor.

Notes

Don’t rush the marination for better flavor. Ensure to fry the wonton wrappers carefully.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Comfort Food, Crispy Chicken Tacos, Easy Dinner, Meal Prep, Wonton Tacos
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