Description
These Honey Lime Chicken Wonton Tacos are a delightful appetizer featuring crispy baked wonton shells filled with a sweet and tangy honey lime chicken mixture, topped with a fresh cilantro coleslaw. Perfect for parties or game day snacks, these bite-sized tacos offer a unique Asian-inspired twist.
Ingredients
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Wonton Shells
- 12 square wonton wrappers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Nonstick cooking spray (for greasing the pan)
Honey Lime Chicken Filling
- 1/2 pound cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Cilantro Coleslaw Topping
- 1/2 cup coleslaw mix
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Shells: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray. Press each wonton wrapper gently into the muffin cups to form a taco shell shape.
- Bake Wonton Shells: Bake the wonton wrappers for 7–9 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crisp. Once baked, allow them to cool in the pan to maintain their shape and crispness.
- Make Honey Lime Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with honey, soy sauce, fresh lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, and chili flakes if you prefer a bit of heat. Mix until well coated.
- Prepare Cilantro Coleslaw: In a separate small bowl, mix together the coleslaw mix, chopped fresh cilantro, mayonnaise, and rice vinegar. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill each cooled wonton cup with a spoonful of the honey lime chicken mixture, then top with a small amount of the cilantro coleslaw for freshness and crunch.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally garnish with extra fresh cilantro leaves or a drizzle of sriracha for added flavor and spice. Serve the mini tacos immediately to enjoy their crisp texture.
Notes
- These bite-sized tacos are perfect for parties or game day snacks.
- You can make the wonton shells ahead of time and store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Try swapping the chicken for shrimp or tofu for a delicious variation.
