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Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos

Crispy Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos You Can Make at Home

Delicious copycat Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos featuring honey-garlic chicken and zesty slaw, perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts finely diced for quick cooking
  • 3 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce can substitute with teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil can replace with olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce use gluten-free version if needed
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger ground ginger can be a substitute
For the Slaw
  • 4 cups Coleslaw Mix can use fresh vegetables instead
  • 2 scallions Green Onions can substitute with chives
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for non-refined sugar
For Assembly
  • 12 count Wonton Wrappers can use lettuce wraps for low-carb option
  • 1 cup Sweet Chili Sauce can substitute with sriracha
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro can substitute with parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds optional for presentation

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Arrange the wonton wrappers in a 9x13 baking dish and spray with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
  3. Bake the wonton wrappers for 7 to 8 minutes until slightly firm and golden, then continue to bake for an additional 7 to 8 minutes until crispy.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken with hoisin sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, and fresh ginger, mixing well.
  5. Sauté the chicken mixture in a skillet over high heat for about 7 to 8 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Prepare the slaw by mixing coleslaw mix, green onions, sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey until well coated.
  7. Fill the crispy wonton shells with the chicken mixture and top with the slaw, drizzling with sweet chili sauce.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sesame seeds before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat before serving.

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