Description
These Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos are a delightful fusion of crunchy wonton shells filled with a savory, spiced chicken mixture, topped with melted cheese, fresh cilantro, and served with a dollop of cool sour cream. Perfect as a quick and tasty appetizer or light meal, these tacos bring together bold flavors and a satisfying crisp texture in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Wonton Shells
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Filling
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup salsa
Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the wonton shells and finishing the tacos.
- Crisp the wonton shells: Lightly brush each wonton wrapper with olive oil. Place them carefully in a muffin tin to shape into taco shells. Bake for 5-7 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with taco seasoning and salsa, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Assemble the tacos: Spoon the chicken mixture generously into each crispy wonton shell.
- Add cheese and melt: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the filled tacos. Return them to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted beautifully.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the tacos from the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, and serve alongside sour cream for dipping or topping.
Notes
- Use a muffin tin to help shape the wontons into shell shapes that hold the filling well during baking.
- If you prefer, substitute shredded chicken with cooked ground beef or turkey for variation.
- For extra spice, add a dash of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
- These tacos are best served immediately to maintain the crispiness of the wonton shells.
