Chicken Wonton Tacos
Delightful fusion of flavors featuring crispy wonton wrappers filled with savory marinated chicken and crunchy coleslaw, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, finely diced
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil for marinating chicken
- 1 tbsp soy sauce for marinating chicken
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp minced fresh ginger
For the slaw
- 1 bag coleslaw mix
- 4 pieces green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil for slaw
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce for slaw
- 1 tbsp honey
For the tacos
- 16 pieces wonton wrappers
- Sweet chili sauce for serving
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix the diced chicken with hoisin sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, green onions, sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Mix well to create the slaw.
Cooking
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
- In a separate pan, fry the wonton wrappers until golden brown and crispy.
Assembly
- Assemble the tacos by placing a spoonful of chicken in each wonton wrapper, topping with coleslaw, and drizzling with sweet chili sauce.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Enhance flavor by adding a splash of lime juice to the slaw for brightness. Customize your filling with shrimp or tofu for different tastes.