Description
Spicy Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos blend Asian-inspired flavors with crispy texture, creating a mouthwatering fusion of street food and restaurant magic. Crisp wonton shells cradle zesty marinated chicken, inviting you to savor each crunchy, flavor-packed bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
Produce and Garnish:
- 1 green onion
- 1/2 cup coleslaw mix
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1 lime
Pantry and Seasoning:
- 8 wonton wrappers
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) honey
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) sriracha sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Trim chicken breasts and slice into thin, uniform strips to ensure even cooking and quick marination.
- Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, honey, and sriracha sauce to create a vibrant, tangy marinade.
- Submerge chicken strips in marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to infuse deep, robust flavors.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F, preparing for crispy wonton base.
- Carefully drape wonton wrappers over two parallel skillet edges to create a taco shell shape, frying until golden and crisp, approximately 1-2 minutes per side.
- Remove wonton shells and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Drain marinated chicken and quickly sauté in the same skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked and slightly caramelized, about 4-5 minutes.
- Shred cooked chicken and rotisserie chicken together for varied texture.
- Combine coleslaw mix, chopped cilantro, and thinly sliced green onions in a fresh, crunchy filling.
- Assemble tacos by layering shredded chicken in crispy wonton shells, topping with coleslaw mixture.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over tacos for bright, zesty finish.
- Serve immediately while wonton shells remain crisp and filling stays warm.
Notes
- Slice chicken uniformly to guarantee consistent marination and cooking throughout the protein.
- Create marinades ahead of time and store in sealed containers for quick meal preparation during busy weeknights.
- Consider using low-sodium soy sauce for reduced salt content and healthier version of the recipe.
- Replace honey with agave nectar or maple syrup for vegan-friendly alternative and different flavor profile.
- Ensure oil temperature remains consistent at 350°F to achieve perfectly crispy wonton shells without burning.
- Pat chicken dry before sautéing to enhance caramelization and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Use rotisserie chicken as time-saving protein option when preparing large batches or feeling less motivated to cook from scratch.
- Experiment with additional protein alternatives like tofu, shredded pork, or plant-based chicken substitutes for dietary diversity.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg