Description
These Crispy Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos combine tender, hoisin-glazed chicken with a fresh, tangy coleslaw, all nestled inside golden, oven-baked wonton wrappers for a crunchy, flavorful taco experience you’ll crave forever.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Filling
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, finely diced
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil, divided
- 2 tbsp soy sauce, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
Coleslaw
- 1 bag coleslaw mix
- 4 pieces green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
Wonton Taco Shells and Garnishes
- 16 pieces wonton wrappers
- Sweet chili sauce, for serving
- Chopped cilantro, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for crisping the wonton shells perfectly.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Lightly spray the back of a muffin tin with cooking spray to ensure the wonton wrappers release easily after baking.
- Bake Wonton Shells: Gently drape each wonton wrapper over the inverted muffin cups. Bake for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then remove and let cool.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes until no longer pink.
- Glaze Chicken: Stir in hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until chicken is well-coated and fragrant.
- Prepare Coleslaw: In a bowl, combine coleslaw mix, green onions, remaining sesame oil, rice vinegar, remaining soy sauce, and honey. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill each crispy wonton shell with glazed chicken. Top generously with the prepared coleslaw, a drizzle of sweet chili sauce, chopped cilantro, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately for maximum crunch and flavor.
Notes
- To make the wonton shells extra crispy, avoid overcrowding the muffin tin when baking.
- Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best flavor in the chicken glaze.
- Sweet chili sauce can be adjusted or replaced with your favorite spicy sauce to taste.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- Chicken can be swapped with tofu or shrimp depending on dietary preference.
