Description

Enjoy the crunchy, flavorful delight of Chicken Wonton Tacos with this easy Applebee’s copycat recipe. Tender marinated chicken is cooked to a savory glaze and served inside crispy homemade wonton taco shells, topped with a refreshing sesame ginger coleslaw and garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Perfect as an appetizer or a fun snack, these tacos combine sweet, savory, and tangy flavors with a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

1 pound chicken breast, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup stir fry sauce
1/4 cup sesame ginger dressing
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Coleslaw

1 cup thinly sliced cabbage
1/4 cup shredded carrots
2 tablespoons sesame ginger dressing

Wonton Taco Shells

10 wonton wrappers
Vegetable oil, for frying (enough for 2 inches deep in pan)

For Garnish/Serving (Optional)

Fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges

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Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with stir fry sauce, sesame ginger dressing, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb all the rich flavors.
Prepare the Wonton Taco Shells: Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C), with oil depth of about 2 inches. Gently fold each wonton wrapper into a triangle shape without sealing the edges. Carefully fry the wontons in batches, turning halfway through cooking, until crispy and golden brown. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Make the Coleslaw: In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced cabbage, shredded carrots, and sesame ginger dressing. Toss thoroughly to mix. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and caramelized to create a savory glaze, about 8-10 minutes.
Assemble the Tacos: Spoon approximately 1 to 1 ½ tablespoons of the cooked chicken mixture into each crispy wonton shell. Top each with a good amount of coleslaw. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish. Enjoy!

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to ensure deep flavor penetration.
Be cautious when frying wontons; maintain oil temperature for an even golden and crispy texture and flip halfway through cooking.
Prepare coleslaw in advance and chill to enhance flavor and for convenient assembly.
Cook the chicken well over medium-high heat to develop a delicious caramelized glaze without drying it out.
Garnishing with cilantro and lime adds freshness and a bright zesty flavor that complements the savory chicken.

Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American