Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos

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Crispy, sweet, restaurant-style favorite

If you love the iconic Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos, this copycat recipe brings that sweet-and-savory crunch straight to your kitchen. Crispy chicken tucked into golden wonton shells, tossed in a sticky Asian-inspired glaze, and finished with crunchy slaw—just like the restaurant version. These tacos are perfect for game day, party appetizers, or a fun dinner that feels a little special without extra work. Best of all, they’re ready fast, making them ideal for busy weeknights when you still want bold flavor and wow factor.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 4 (10–12 wonton tacos)

📝 Ingredients List

Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small strips
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Asian Glaze

  • ⅓ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

Slaw

  • 2 cups coleslaw mix
  • 2 tbsp sesame ginger dressing
  • 1 tbsp chopped green onions

Assembly

  • 10–12 wonton wrappers
  • Cooking spray

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large skillet or saucepan
  • Tongs
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Muffin tin
  • Measuring cups & spoons

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Make wonton shells: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a muffin tin and press wonton wrappers into the cups to form taco shapes. Spray lightly and bake for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp 🌟.
  2. Prepare chicken: Toss chicken strips with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Fry chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until crispy and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Make glaze: In a small bowl, whisk sweet chili sauce, hoisin, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and garlic powder.
  5. Coat chicken: Add fried chicken to a clean skillet over low heat, pour in glaze, and toss for 1–2 minutes until sticky and glossy 😍.
  6. Mix slaw: Toss coleslaw mix with sesame ginger dressing and green onions.
  7. Assemble tacos: Fill wonton shells with glazed chicken, top with slaw, and garnish with extra green onions 🌮✨.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Extra crunch: Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying—crispy chicken needs space.
  • Make ahead: Fry chicken and prep sauce earlier; toss together just before serving.
  • Air fryer option: Air fry breaded chicken at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
  • Heat level: Add sriracha or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

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