Description
These Chicken Wonton Tacos combine savory ground chicken in crispy wonton cups, topped with fresh veggies and a squeeze of lime, creating a fun and delicious meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1 package of wonton wrappers (about 50 wrappers)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
### Chicken Wonton Tacos Recipe
These Chicken Wonton Tacos are a delightful fusion of flavors, featuring a savory ground chicken filling wrapped in crispy wonton cups. Topped with fresh veggies and a squeeze of lime, they make for a fun and delicious meal perfect for any occasion!
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#### Full Ingredients
– **1 pound** ground chicken
– **1 tablespoon** olive oil
– **2 cloves** garlic, minced
– **1 tablespoon** fresh ginger, minced
– **1 tablespoon** soy sauce
– **1 tablespoon** hoisin sauce
– **1 teaspoon** sesame oil
– **1 cup** shredded carrots
– **1 cup** chopped green onions
– **1 cup** chopped bell peppers (any color)
– **1 package** of wonton wrappers (about 50 wrappers)
– **1 cup** shredded lettuce
– **1 avocado**, sliced
– **1/2 cup** cilantro, chopped
– **1 lime**, cut into wedges
– **Salt and pepper** to taste
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#### Full Instructions
##### Preparing the Filling
1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
2. Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Use a spatula to break it apart as it cooks. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink and is cooked through.
3. Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the sauces.
4. Add the shredded carrots, chopped green onions, and bell peppers to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
##### Preparing the Wonton Wrappers
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.
3. Take one wonton wrapper and gently press it into the muffin tin, forming a cup shape. Repeat until all cups are formed (about 12 wrappers per standard muffin tin).
4. Lightly brush or spray the tops of the wrappers with olive oil.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
##### Assembling the Tacos
1. Once the wonton cups are out of the oven and cooled slightly, fill each cup with the chicken mixture using a spoon.
2. Add a handful of shredded lettuce on top of the chicken filling in each taco.
3. Top each taco with a few slices of avocado.
4. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top.
5. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty kick.
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### Notes
– Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences. Other great additions include diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or a drizzle of sriracha for heat.
– These tacos are best served fresh but can be prepared in stages to save time.
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### Prep Time
– **20 minutes**
### Cook Time
– **20 minutes**
### Total Time
– **40 minutes**
### Yield
– **Approximately 12 tacos** (using a standard muffin tin)
Notes
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences. Other great additions include diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or a drizzle of sriracha for heat.
- These tacos are best served fresh but can be prepared in stages to save time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes