Teriyaki Chicken Wonton Taco Bowls Recipe
Delicious and vibrant Teriyaki Chicken Wonton Taco Bowls featuring tender chicken coated in a savory teriyaki sauce, fresh crunchy cabbage slaw, and crispy air-fried wonton strips, all garnished with sesame seeds, cilantro, and lime wedges for a flavorful and refreshing meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Sauce
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized 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
Slaw
- ¼ cup shredded purple cabbage
- ¼ cup shredded green cabbage
- ¼ cup shredded carrots
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp ginger, minced
- ½ tsp garlic, minced
- 1 green onion, sliced into thin rounds
Wonton Strips and Garnishes
- 8–10 wonton wrappers
- Cooking spray
- Sweet chili sauce (optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to a pan along with sesame oil, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and well coated in the sauce, about 8-10 minutes.
- Prepare Wonton Strips: Cut the wonton wrappers into strips. Lay them out in a single layer inside 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 to 5 minutes. Keep a close eye as they can quickly go from golden brown to burnt. Remove when crisp and golden.
- Make the Slaw: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded purple cabbage, green cabbage, carrots, sliced green onions, sesame oil, vinegar, soy sauce, honey, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Toss thoroughly to coat all vegetables evenly.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the slaw evenly between your serving bowls. Spoon the cooked teriyaki chicken on top of each bowl of slaw.
- Add Wonton Strips and Garnish: Scatter the crispy wonton strips over the chicken and slaw. Drizzle with sweet chili sauce if desired. Finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, additional sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing. Serve immediately while everything is fresh and crisp.
Notes
- Keep a close watch on wonton strips while air frying to prevent burning.
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of ginger or add a dash of chili flakes to the slaw.
- Wonton strips can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for a day but are best fresh.
- Substitute chicken breasts with thighs for juicier meat if preferred.
- Adjust sweetness or saltiness by tweaking the teriyaki and soy sauces to taste.
Keywords: teriyaki chicken, wonton taco bowls, air fryer wontons, Asian slaw, quick chicken bowls, crispy wonton strips
