Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos You Can’t Resist Making at Home

These Chicken Wonton Tacos are a fun and budget-friendly twist on a classic dish, featuring crispy wonton shells and a savory chicken filling.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

2 cups chicken breasts diced
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil plus 1 more for slaw
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced

For the Slaw

1 bag coleslaw mix
3 stalks green onions chopped
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey

For the Taco Shells

1 package wonton wrappers

For Dipping

1 cup sweet chili sauce

For Garnishing

1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Equipment

muffin tin
large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray the back of a muffin tin with cooking spray.
Drape wonton wrappers over inverted muffin cups, forming a taco shape. Bake for 5–7 minutes until golden and crisp.
Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook diced chicken for 3–4 minutes until no longer pink.
Stir in hoisin sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until well-coated.
In a bowl, combine coleslaw mix, green onions, remaining sesame oil, rice vinegar, and honey. Toss well.
Fill baked wonton shells with the chicken mixture and top with the slaw.
Drizzle with sweet chili sauce and sprinkle with cilantro and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 14gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble the tacos just before serving for maximum crunch.

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