Description
Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Nacho Wonton Tacos are a delicious fusion of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in crispy wonton shells. The juicy honey lime chicken, fresh black beans, creamy avocado, and zesty avocado crema create a light yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served as an appetizer, dinner, or for a party, these wonton tacos are easy to make and sure to impress!
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, chopped
- 3 tbsp honey
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- For the Wonton Tacos:
- 24 square wonton wrappers
- Oil for frying
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 small tomato, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- For the Avocado Crema:
- ½ ripe avocado
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Juice of ½ lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chopped chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 20-30 minutes in the fridge.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked and lightly caramelized. Set aside.
- Fry the Wonton Wrappers: Heat oil in a skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Use tongs to fold each wonton wrapper into a taco shape, frying until golden brown (about 30-60 seconds). Drain on a paper towel.
- Make the Avocado Crema: In a blender, combine the avocado, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. Add water or lime juice if needed to adjust consistency.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill each crispy wonton shell with honey lime chicken. Top with black beans, avocado, tomato, red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with avocado crema and serve.
Notes
- Variations: Add shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or cotija) to the chicken before serving. For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce. Swap the chicken for ground chicken or turkey, or replace it with tofu or extra beans for a vegetarian version. Try adding cilantro, basil, or smoked paprika to the crema for a different flavor profile.
- Storage: Store the chicken and crema separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Assemble tacos just before serving to maintain the texture of the wonton shells.
- Freezing: Freeze the cooked chicken for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating. Fry wonton shells fresh for the best crunch.
- Prep Time: 20-30 minutes (for marinating the chicken)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Frying, Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
