Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos (Printable)

Crispy shells meet spicy chicken and fresh slaw for a bold fusion twist.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 lb), cut into 0.5 inch strips
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
04 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
07 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Seasoning Blend

08 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
09 - 0.5 teaspoon paprika
10 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 0.25 teaspoon onion powder

→ Taco Shells

12 - 24 wonton wrappers
13 - 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

→ Slaw and Garnishes

14 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
15 - 0.5 cup shredded carrots
16 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
17 - 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves
18 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Sriracha Mayo Sauce

19 - 0.5 cup mayonnaise
20 - 1 tablespoon sriracha
21 - 1 teaspoon honey
22 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
23 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips, toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
03 - Remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Sprinkle with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss to evenly coat.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat to 350°F. Working in batches, carefully fry 6 wonton wrappers at a time for about 30 seconds per side, until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool; they will form taco shells naturally.
05 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Arrange chicken strips in a single layer and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 2 minutes.
06 - Gently shape each crispy wonton into a taco shell. Spread about 1 teaspoon sriracha mayo on the bottom of each shell. Fill with shredded cabbage and carrots, then top with chicken strips. Drizzle with additional sriracha mayo. Garnish with green onions and cilantro.
07 - Arrange tacos on a platter with lime wedges. Squeeze lime juice over tacos just before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The satisfying crunch of deep-fried wonton wrappers creates a unique taco shell experience.
  • A perfect balance of heat from the sriracha and sweetness from the honey in the signature sauce.
  • Fresh ingredients like shredded cabbage, carrots, and cilantro provide a bright, tangy contrast to the savory chicken.
  • Simple to assemble, making it a fun and interactive meal for the whole family.
02 -
  • Verwenden Sie ein Küchenthermometer, um sicherzustellen, dass das Öl konstant bei 350°F bleibt; so werden die Shells knusprig und nicht fettig.
  • Lassen Sie das Hähnchen unbedingt 2 Minuten ruhen, damit sich die Säfte verteilen und das Fleisch saftig bleibt.
  • Formen Sie die Wonton-Shells sofort nach dem Frittieren, solange sie noch formbar sind, um die perfekte Taco-Optik zu erzielen.
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