Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos Recipe
These Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos are a delightful fusion of crispy baked wonton shells filled with savory hoisin-glazed chicken and a fresh, tangy coleslaw. The combination of sweet chili sauce, fresh cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds adds layers of flavor and texture, making this appetizer-style dish perfect for a crowd-pleasing snack or light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 wonton tacos (serves 4-6) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Frying (Sautéing)
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
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Chicken Filling
- 2 chicken breasts, finely diced
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (for chicken)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (for chicken)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp minced fresh ginger
Coleslaw
- 1 bag coleslaw mix
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (for coleslaw)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (for coleslaw)
- 1 tbsp honey
Wonton Shells & Garnishes
- 16 wonton wrappers
- Cooking spray or olive/canola oil (to coat wontons)
- Sweet chili sauce, to serve
- Chopped cilantro, to serve
- Sesame seeds, to serve
Instructions
- Prepare Wonton Shells: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the wonton wrappers with cooking spray or brush them with olive or canola oil. Drape the wrappers over the edges of a 9×13 inch baking dish and bake for 7-8 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. Remove from the oven, gently separate the wrappers while still pliable to create individual shells, then return them to the oven for another 7-8 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the finely diced chicken breasts with hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced fresh ginger. Heat a large skillet over high heat and sauté the chicken mixture for 7-8 minutes, stirring frequently until the chicken is fully cooked through and coated in the flavorful sauce.
- Make the Coleslaw: While the chicken cooks, toss together the bag of coleslaw mix, sliced green onions, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey in a large bowl. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly combined for a refreshing and tangy slaw topping.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the cooked chicken mixture into each crispy wonton shell. Top generously with the prepared coleslaw. Drizzle each taco with sweet chili sauce, then garnish with chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
- Serve: Serve immediately while the wonton shells are crisp and the chicken is warm. Enjoy these delicious fusion tacos as an appetizer or a light meal.
Notes
- Watch the wontons closely during baking to avoid burning, as they brown quickly in the oven.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a little sriracha or chili flakes to the chicken while cooking.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari and use gluten-free wonton wrappers or lettuce cups.
- The chicken can be cooked ahead of time and reheated for faster assembly.
- Adjust sweetness of the coleslaw by varying honey quantity to taste.
Keywords: Chicken wonton tacos, hoisin chicken, baked wontons, Asian fusion appetizer, coleslaw topping, sweet chili sauce, easy party recipe
