Description
Experience the delightful fusion of crispy wonton wrappers filled with tender chicken and vibrant slaw, all drizzled with a tangy sauce. This easy homemade copycat recipe brings the magic of Applebee’s right into your kitchen.
Ingredients
- Wonton Wrappers
- Cooked Shredded Chicken
- Sweet Chili Sauce
- Soy Sauce
- Rice Vinegar
- Fresh Ginger
- Garlic
- Toasted Sesame Oil
- Honey or Brown Sugar
- Sriracha or Chili Garlic Sauce (optional)
- Non-Alcoholic Sherry/Mirin Alternative (optional)
- Coleslaw Mix (pre-shredded cabbage and carrots)
- Fresh Cilantro
- Lime Wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Filling: If you don’t have pre-cooked chicken, start by boiling or poaching your chicken breasts until cooked through. Once cooled slightly, shred the chicken finely using two forks or a stand mixer with the paddle attachment.
- In a medium bowl, combine your cooked shredded chicken with about half of the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced fresh ginger, minced garlic, and a tiny drizzle of toasted sesame oil. Mix well until the chicken is thoroughly coated. Let it sit for at least 15-20 minutes, or even longer in the fridge, to let those flavors meld.
- Make the Crispy Wonton Taco Shells: For frying, heat about 1-2 inches of neutral oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet to 350-375°F (175-190°C). Carefully lower one wonton wrapper into the hot oil. As it begins to cook, use tongs to gently fold it in half, creating a taco shape. Hold it in place for a few seconds until it sets, then allow it to fry until golden brown and crispy, about 30-60 seconds per side. Transfer fried shells to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- For baking, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray both sides of each wonton wrapper with cooking spray. Drape each wrapper over two rungs of an upside-down wire cooling rack, which should be placed over a baking sheet. Bake for 5-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the Slaw Topping: In a small bowl, combine your shredded coleslaw mix with the chopped fresh cilantro. Dress with a squeeze of lime juice or leave it plain.
- Assemble the Tacos: Take a crispy wonton shell and spoon a generous amount of the saucy chicken filling into the center. Top with a handful of the fresh coleslaw and cilantro mixture. Drizzle more sweet chili sauce over the top, or Sriracha for heat. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg