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Applebee’s Chicken Wonton TacosTaylor Stinson

This quick and flavorful chicken wonton tacos recipe combines tender marinated chicken with crisp wonton wrappers and a tangy coleslaw for a delicious meal ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce brings that sweet and tangy depth
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil for nuttiness in the marinade and coleslaw
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce salty goodness to punch up flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 bag coleslaw mix 397g, pre-shredded
  • 4 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar adds mild tang to the slaw
  • 16 wonton wrappers hold chicken and slaw perfectly crisp
  • to taste chopped cilantro optional topping
  • to taste sesame seeds optional topping
  • to taste sweet chili sauce for drizzling

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Start by mixing the hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. This marinade is gonna coat your chicken in flavor.
  • Toss the finely diced chicken into the marinade and mix well. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes so it soaks in all that goodness.
  • Heat your skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken until it’s fully cooked and slightly caramelized. This usually takes about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • While the chicken is cooking, toss the coleslaw mix with the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sliced green onions. Give it a quick mix to blend flavors.
  • Now you’re ready to assemble. Spoon some of the cooked chicken onto your wonton wrappers or small tortillas if that’s all you got.
  • Top each with a nice handful of the coleslaw mixture. You want that fresh crunch with the tender chicken.
  • Sprinkle chopped cilantro and sesame seeds if you’re feelin fancy and drizzle on some sweet chili sauce to finish.

Notes

Serve immediately and enjoy the combination of crispy, sweet, and savory flavors in every bite. For easy side dishes, try Deviled Eggs with Bacon or pair with Bacon and Egg Empanadas for a tasty meal.