Teriyaki Chicken Wonton Taco Bowls Recipe
These Teriyaki Chicken Wonton Taco Bowls combine tender chicken pieces stir-fried in a flavorful teriyaki sauce with a crunchy homemade slaw and crispy air-fried wonton strips. Finished with sweet chili sauce, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and sesame seeds, this protein-packed bowl offers a delicious balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, all ready in under 20 minutes for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Author: Lena
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry, Air Fry, Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Halal
For the Chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2–3 tbsp teriyaki sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ginger, minced
- Pinch of salt
For the Slaw:
- ¼ cup shredded purple cabbage
- ¼ cup shredded green cabbage
- ¼ cup shredded carrots
- 1 green onion, sliced into thin rounds
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp ginger, minced
- ½ tsp garlic, minced
For the Wonton Strips and Garnish:
- 8–10 wonton wrappers
- Cooking spray
- Sweet chili sauce (optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Cook the Chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to a pan along with the 2 tsp sesame oil, 2-3 tbsp teriyaki sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp minced garlic, 2 tsp minced ginger, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and coated in the flavorful sauce, about 7-8 minutes.
- Prepare Wonton Strips: Cut the wonton wrappers into strips and lay them out in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Spray them generously with cooking spray to ensure crispiness.
- Air Fry Wontons: Air fry the wonton strips at 350°F (190°C) for 4–5 minutes, watching carefully so they become crisp and golden without burning.
- Make the Slaw: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded purple cabbage, green cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced green onion. Add 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp vinegar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, ½ tsp minced ginger, and ½ tsp minced garlic. Toss everything well to coat.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the slaw evenly among serving bowls. Spoon the warm teriyaki chicken over the slaw, then scatter the crispy wonton strips on top. Drizzle with sweet chili sauce if desired.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish each bowl with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, extra sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and a few lime wedges on the side. Serve immediately while the wontons remain crisp and fresh.
Notes
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the wonton strips on a baking sheet at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until crisp, flipping halfway through.
- Adjust the amount of teriyaki and soy sauce to taste depending on your preferred saltiness.
- Feel free to add other veggies to the slaw like bell peppers or radishes for extra crunch and color.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier, richer flavor.
- This recipe is best served fresh as the wonton strips will lose their crispness over time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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