Description
Chicken Wonton Tacos are a delightful fusion of crispy wonton wrappers filled with savory chicken and fresh vegetables, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights, these tacos are easy to make and will impress your guests. With the right balance of sweet and savory, each taco is a mini culinary adventure that’s fun to assemble and even more enjoyable to eat. Let’s dive into this simple recipe that brings the magic of Asian-inspired cuisine to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Your favorite toppings (e.g., shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken thighs seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger during the last minute of cooking.
- Remove from heat; let cool slightly before adding green onions and soy sauce. Mix well.
- Place approximately one tablespoon of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper, moisten edges with water, fold diagonally, and seal tightly.
- In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil to medium-high and fry sealed wontons until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tacos (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg