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Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos Recipe

4.7 from 102 reviews

These Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos are a delightful fusion of crispy wonton cups filled with savory hoisin-glazed chicken and topped with a fresh, tangy Asian slaw. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or a fun main dish, they combine the crunch of baked wontons with a vibrant mix of textures and tastes that will excite your palate.

Ingredients

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Chicken Filling

  • 2 chicken breasts, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp minced fresh ginger

Asian Slaw

  • 1 bag coleslaw mix (397g)
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey

Wonton Cups and Garnishes

  • 16 wonton wrappers
  • Cooking spray or olive/canola oil for baking
  • Sweet chili sauce, to serve
  • Chopped cilantro, to serve
  • Sesame seeds, to serve

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent the wonton wrappers from sticking during baking.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced chicken breasts and cook until browned on all sides.
  3. Add Sauces and Aromatics: Stir in the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and fresh ginger into the chicken. Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through and flavorful.
  4. Prepare Asian Slaw: In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, thinly sliced green onions, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Toss well to evenly coat and develop a tangy and sweet slaw mixture.
  5. Shape Wonton Cups: Place each wonton wrapper into the muffin tin cups, gently pressing down to form a cup shape. Lightly spray each wrapper with cooking spray or brush with oil to aid crisping during baking.
  6. Bake Wonton Cups: Bake the wonton cups in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp.
  7. Assemble Tacos: Once the wonton cups have cooled slightly, fill each cup with the cooked chicken mixture. Then, top generously with the prepared Asian slaw.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Drizzle sweet chili sauce over the filled wonton cups, and garnish with chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve warm for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for an authentic flavor boost.
  • Wonton cups can be baked a day ahead and stored in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
  • Adjust the amount of honey in the slaw to your preferred sweetness level.
  • For a spicier kick, add a dash of sriracha or chili flakes to the chicken mixture.
  • These tacos work well as an appetizer or a light main dish when paired with a simple side.

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