Description
Applebee’s Chicken Wonton Tacos offer a crunchy and flavorful bite combining crispy wonton shells, tender chicken breast, smoky turkey bacon, and a zesty vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. Enhanced with fresh green onions, shredded plant-based cheddar cheese, and shredded lettuce, these tacos provide a delicious plant-based twist while delivering a perfect balance of savory, smoky, and tangy flavors. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy meal, they are easy to prepare, customizable, and guaranteed to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced into small pieces
- 4 slices smoky turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tablespoons grape juice (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded plant-based cheddar cheese (plant-based)
Wonton Shells
- 20 wonton wrappers
- Olive oil, for brushing or spraying
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- Optional garnishes: sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, apple cider vinegar (natural) reduction drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Filling: Dice the chicken breast into small, even pieces. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chicken, garlic powder, and a splash of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Cook until the chicken is golden and fully cooked through. Stir in the grape juice (natural) and natural gelling agent to achieve the right texture. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Cook the Smoky Turkey Bacon: In a separate pan, cook the smoky turkey bacon until crispy but not burnt. Drain excess fat on paper towels and chop into small pieces to mix with the chicken filling later.
- Combine the Filling: Mix the cooked chicken with the crumbled smoky turkey bacon, ensuring the flavors blend well. Add the sliced green onions and shredded plant-based cheddar cheese (plant-based), stirring gently to incorporate.
- Prepare the Wonton Shells: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly brush or spray the wonton wrappers with olive oil. Place each wrapper into a muffin tin cup to form taco cups. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill each wonton cup with the warm chicken and turkey bacon mixture. Top with fresh shredded lettuce. Garnish with extra green onions or a drizzle of grape juice (natural) reduction if desired. Serve immediately for best crunch.
Notes
- Cut chicken into uniform cubes for consistent cooking and texture.
- Monitor wonton shells carefully while baking to prevent burning.
- Use fresh green onions for a bright, crisp flavor.
- Mix fillings gently to maintain texture contrast.
- Serve tacos fresh to enjoy maximum crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: chicken wonton tacos, plant-based tacos, smoky turkey bacon, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, crispy wonton shells, easy appetizer, gluten free tacos
