Crispy Chicken Wonton Tacos (Printable)

Crispy wonton shells with ginger chicken, tangy slaw, and spicy sriracha mayo deliver bold Asian Fusion flavors.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken Marinade

01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 lb), cut into ½-inch strips
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
04 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Chicken Seasoning Blend

08 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
09 - ½ teaspoon paprika
10 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
11 - ¼ teaspoon onion powder

→ Wonton Shells

12 - 24 wonton wrappers
13 - 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

→ Slaw and Garnishes

14 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
15 - ½ cup shredded carrots
16 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
17 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
18 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Spicy Mayo Sauce

19 - ½ cup mayonnaise
20 - 1 tablespoon sriracha
21 - 1 teaspoon honey
22 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
23 - Pinch of salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips, toss to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until well blended. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Sprinkle evenly with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat to 350°F. Working in batches, carefully fry 6 wonton wrappers at a time for approximately 30 seconds per side until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool and form taco shells.
05 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Arrange seasoned chicken strips in a single layer and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer to a plate and rest for 2 minutes.
06 - Gently shape each crispy wonton into a taco shell. Spread approximately 1 teaspoon spicy mayo on the bottom of each shell. Layer with shredded red cabbage and carrots, then top with cooked chicken strips. Drizzle with additional spicy mayo and garnish with green onions and fresh cilantro.
07 - Arrange filled tacos on a serving platter with lime wedges. Squeeze fresh lime juice over tacos immediately before eating.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The wonton shells shatter like chips but hold everything without getting soggy.
  • Ginger and soy give the chicken a savory edge that smoky spices amplify perfectly.
  • Tangy slaw and creamy sriracha mayo balance each bite with crunch and heat.
  • You can prep the chicken and sauce hours ahead and fry shells in minutes.
02 -
  • Fry wonton wrappers in small batches so oil temperature stays steady and shells crisp evenly.
  • Let chicken rest after cooking or juices will run out and soak the shells.
  • Assemble tacos just before serving so shells stay crispy and slaw stays fresh.
03 -
  • Use a thermometer to keep frying oil at 350°F so shells do not burn or stay pale.
  • Toss hot cooked chicken in crushed tortilla chips or panko for an extra crunchy layer.
  • Prep slaw and sauce a few hours ahead so assembly takes less than 5 minutes.
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