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The Secret to Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos Revealed!
Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos are crispy wonton shells filled with flavorful seasoned chicken and topped with a tangy, refreshing coleslaw. This copycat recipe is perfect for an appetizer, snack, or light dinner, offering a fusion of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Filling:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs diced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- For the Slaw:
- 1 cup coleslaw mix shredded cabbage and carrots
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 green onion thinly sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds optional
- For the Wonton Tacos:
- 8 wonton wrappers
- Cooking oil for frying or baking
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce optional, for drizzling
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Filling:
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the diced chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the sauce mixture to the skillet and stir to coat the chicken. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
- Make the Slaw:
- In a mixing bowl, combine rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil.
- Toss the coleslaw mix with the dressing until evenly coated. Add green onion and sesame seeds if desired. Set aside.
- Prepare the Wonton Tacos:
- To make the wonton taco shells, lightly brush wonton wrappers with oil.
- Frying Option: Heat oil in a skillet and fry each wrapper for 30-60 seconds, folding them gently with tongs to form a taco shape.
- Baking Option: Drape wonton wrappers over the edges of an oven rack to form a taco shape and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until crispy.
- Assemble the Tacos:
- Fill each wonton shell with the chicken mixture and top with the prepared slaw.
- Drizzle with sweet chili sauce, if desired, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Customizable Protein: Swap chicken for shrimp, pork, or tofu for a different protein option.
- Make-Ahead Tips: The chicken filling and slaw can be made ahead and stored in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Assemble tacos just before serving.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free soy sauce and wonton wrappers if available.
- Serving Idea: These tacos pair wonderfully with a side of edamame, Asian salad, or steamed rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 12gFat: 4gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7g