This Sweet Garlic Chicken Wonton Tacos recipe combines tender chicken with a savory sweet garlic sauce, all wrapped in crispy wonton shells. It’s a delightful twist on traditional tacos, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering.
The recipe is simple and utilizes basic cooking techniques, making it accessible for home cooks. These chicken tacos are sure to impress with their unique flavor and presentation.
Delicious Chicken Wonton Tacos
These wonton tacos feature juicy chicken cooked in a sweet garlic sauce, served in crispy wonton shells. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 package wonton wrappers
- Oil for frying
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Prepare Wonton Wrappers: In a separate pan, heat oil for frying. Carefully place wonton wrappers in the hot oil, frying until golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill each crispy wonton shell with the sweet garlic chicken mixture. Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve: Enjoy the wonton tacos warm as a delicious appetizer or main dish.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g