Applebee S Chicken Wonton Recipe

Craving Applebee's irresistible wonton tacos? This copycat recipe lets you recreate the magic at home! Crispy wonton wrappers filled with savory, stir-fried chicken (or pork!), crunchy coleslaw, and fresh toppings. Easy to follow instructions for a restaurant-quality meal in under 75 minutes.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 880.3 kcal
Protein 116g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
Applebee S Chicken Wonton

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Applebee S Chicken Wonton

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup stir-fry sauce
  • Sesame Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
  • 4 cups coleslaw mix
  • 24 wonton wrappers
  • Oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chopped red onion

How to Make Applebee S Chicken Wonton

  1. **Marinate the Chicken:** In a bowl or sealable plastic bag, combine 1/2 cup stir-fry sauce, 2 tablespoons Asian toasted sesame dressing, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce. Add 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
  2. **Prep the Coleslaw:** In a medium bowl, toss 4 cups coleslaw mix with 2 tablespoons Asian sesame dressing. Set aside.
  3. **Stir-fry the Chicken:** Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until fully cooked and no longer pink (about 6-8 minutes), breaking up any large pieces. Remove from wok and transfer to a bowl.
  4. **Fry the Wontons:** Add about 1/2 inch of oil to the wok over medium-high heat. Fold wonton wrappers (about 24) into a triangle formation, leaving the top open. Carefully place wontons into the hot oil, frying until golden brown on one side (about 1-2 minutes). Flip and fry until golden brown on the other side (about 1-2 minutes). Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. **Assemble the Tacos:** Place a small amount of the cooked chicken mixture into the bottom of each fried wonton. Top with coleslaw mixture, 2 tablespoons chopped green onion, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, and 1 tablespoon chopped red onion.
  6. **Serve Immediately:** Enjoy your delicious homemade Applebee's-style wonton tacos!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

123 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

40g

Carbs

12g