Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos (Print Version)
Crispy wonton shells loaded with seasoned chicken, crunchy vegetable slaw, and creamy spicy sauce
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Filling
01 - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced (approximately 12 ounces)
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
05 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Wonton Shells
08 - 12 square wonton wrappers
09 - Nonstick cooking spray or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ Asian Slaw
10 - 1 cup shredded cabbage
11 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
12 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
15 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
16 - 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
17 - Pinch of salt
→ Spicy Aioli
18 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
19 - 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
20 - 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
21 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F for baking wonton shells.
02 - Combine diced chicken with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, garlic, and ginger. Toss thoroughly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
03 - Mix cabbage, carrots, green onions, cilantro, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Toss well and refrigerate until serving.
04 - Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
05 - Lightly coat both sides of wonton wrappers with cooking spray. Drape each wrapper over two bars of oven rack, forming taco shape. Bake 6 to 8 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool on rack.
06 - Heat nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and sauté 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until fully cooked and lightly caramelized.
07 - Fill each crispy wonton shell with cooked chicken. Top generously with slaw and drizzle with spicy aioli. Serve immediately while shells remain crisp.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The crunch of a golden wonton shell against tender savory chicken creates this perfect texture contrast that makes everyone reach for seconds
- You get all the satisfaction of taco night but with an exciting twist that feels fancy without actually being difficult
02 -
- The wonton shells go from perfectly crisp to burned incredibly fast so set a timer and check them at the 6 minute mark
- Let the shells cool for just a minute on the rack before removing them or they might break when you try to lift them off
03 -
- Rotisserie chicken works beautifully here if you need to save time on a busy weeknight
- The sauce is also fantastic as a dip for egg rolls or spring rolls if you have leftovers