Chicken Wonton Tacos (Applebee’s Copycat!)

plate of wonton chicken tacos with lime wedges and dipping sauce

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Chicken Wonton Tacos (Applebee’s Copycat!)

Craving some Chicken Wonton Tacos? Try my easy Applebee’s wonton chicken taco copycat recipe! They’re flavorful, crunchy, and super simple!!

Author: Donna Elick

Servings: Wonton Chicken Tacos

Prep Time40

Cook Time15

Total Time55

Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Marinade:

1/2 cup stir fry sauce
1/4 cup sesame ginger dressing
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar

For the Coleslaw:

1 cup thinly sliced cabbage
1/4 cup shredded carrots
2 tablespoons sesame ginger dressing

Wonton Taco Shells:

10 wonton wrappers
vegetable oil for frying

For garnish/serving: (optional)

fresh cilantro
lime wedges

Instructions

Chicken marinade:

In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with the stir fry sauce, sesame ginger dressing, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Prepare the wonton taco shells:
In a deep frying pan, heat enough vegetable oil so that it is at least 2 inches deep over medium high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Gently fold each wonton wrapper into a triangle shape without sealing the edges. Fry the wontons until they are crispy and golden brown, flipping them halfway through cooking. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to absorb excess grease. Repeat this process with all the wontons.

Prepare the coleslaw:

In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced cabbage, shredded carrot, and sesame ginger dressing until thoroughly mixed. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Cook the chicken:

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it's fully cooked through and caramelized with the marinade, creating a savory glaze.

Assemble the tacos:

Place approximately 1- 1 ½ tablespoons of the cooked chicken mixture into each wonton shell.
Top the chicken with the coleslaw mixture.
Garnish the tacos with fresh cilantro leaves and serve with lime wedges. Enjoy!

Notes

Ensure that the chicken marinates for at least 30 minutes to allow it to absorb the rich flavors of the stir fry sauce, sesame ginger dressing, soy sauce, and brown sugar.

When preparing the wonton taco shells, be cautious while frying to achieve a crispy and golden brown texture. It's important to flip them halfway through cooking for even browning.

The coleslaw can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until ready to use, allowing for efficient meal preparation.

To achieve a caramelized glaze on the cooked chicken, ensure that it's fully cooked through over medium-high heat, creating a savory and flavorful result.

The assembly of the tacos involves filling each wonton shell with the cooked chicken mixture, topping it with the coleslaw, and garnishing with fresh cilantro leaves. Serving with lime wedges adds a zesty touch to the dish.

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