Chicken and Pesto Cheddar Wontons Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Chicken and Pesto Cheddar Wontons are a delightful twist on traditional dumplings, combining savory chicken with the rich flavors of pesto and cheddar cheese. Perfect as an appetizer or a main dish, these wontons are sure to impress your guests.

The recipe is simple and uses basic cooking techniques, making it accessible for home cooks. Enjoy these tasty bites with a dipping sauce of your choice for an added flavor boost.

Delicious Chicken and Pesto Cheddar Wontons

This recipe features tender chicken mixed with pesto and cheddar cheese, wrapped in crispy wonton skins. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and cook, yielding approximately 24 wontons, perfect for sharing or enjoying as a snack.

Ingredients

1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
24 wonton wrappers
1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
Oil for frying or cooking spray for baking
Dipping sauce of choice (soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, etc.)

Instructions

Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, pesto, and cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
Assemble the Wontons: Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling into the center. Brush the edges with beaten egg, fold the wrapper in half to create a triangle, and press to seal. Make sure there are no air pockets.
Cook the Wontons: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the wontons for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, you can bake them at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, spraying with cooking spray for a crispy texture.
Serve: Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.