Copycat Applebees Chicken Wonton Tacos
These Copycat Applebees Chicken Wonton Tacos are a crunchy, savory delight! Perfect for a fun appetizer or light meal.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Cookie sheet
- Brush
- Sharp Knife
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs) (diced into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce (hoisin sauce may be substituted)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (or 1/2 teaspoon dried ground ginger)
- 1 12-ounce bag coleslaw mix (discard dressing packets)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced into thin rounds)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (honey may be substituted)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (or 1/4 teaspoon dried ground ginger)
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce (or as desired)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (finely minced, optional for garnishing)
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (optional for garnishing)
Instructions
- Start by heating a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil. Once hot, add the diced chicken breasts. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Once the chicken is cooked, add in the teriyaki sauce, low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well to coat the chicken in the delicious sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, green onions, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, granulated sugar, lime juice, and grated ginger. Toss everything together until the slaw is well mixed and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly brush each wonton wrapper with toasted sesame oil and gently press them into the cups of a muffin tin to form a taco shape. Bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Once the wonton cups are baked and crispy, remove them from the oven. Fill each wonton cup with a generous scoop of the chicken mixture followed by a spoonful of slaw on top.
- Drizzle sweet chili sauce over the assembled tacos and sprinkle with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Copycat Applebees Chicken Wonton Tacos!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with tofu or tempeh, and use hoisin sauce for added flavor.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free soy sauce and wonton wrappers.
- Add more vegetables to the slaw mix for extra crunch and nutrition.