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A plate of crispy honey lime chicken and avocado wonton tacos on a Mediterranean style platter.

Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Wonton Tacos

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 345
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken: 1 lb Chicken breast cubed, 2 tbsp Honey, 3 tbsp Lime juice, 3 cloves Garlic (minced), 1 tbsp Olive oil, 1 tsp Chili powder, 1/2 tsp Cumin, Salt/Pepper to taste.
  • For the Shells: 12-15 Wonton wrappers Olive oil spray.
  • For the Topping: 1 Ripe avocado diced, 1/2 cup Tomatoes (diced), 2 tbsp Red onion (minced), 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped), 1 tbsp Lime juice.

Method
 

  1. Marinate: Whisk honey, lime juice, garlic, and spices. Toss with chicken and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Bake Shells: Place wonton wrappers in an upside-down muffin tin to form taco shapes. Spray with olive oil. Bake at 375°F for 5–7 minutes until golden.
  3. Cook Chicken: Sauté chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes until fully cooked and the sauce has reduced to a sticky glaze.
  4. Prep Topping: Mix avocado, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a small bowl.
  5. Assemble: Fill each crispy shell with a spoonful of chicken and top with the avocado mixture. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Avoid Sogginess: Only assemble tacos immediately before serving. If meal prepping, store the chicken, topping, and shells in separate containers.
  • Wonton Wrapper Tip: Ensure you use "Wonton" wrappers, not "Egg Roll" wrappers, as the latter are too large and will not fit the muffin tin trick properly.
  • Honey Substitution: If you don't have honey, agave nectar works as a 1:1 substitute and maintains the caramelization.
  • Check Your Heat: Because of the honey content, the chicken can burn quickly. Keep the heat at medium-high and stir frequently to ensure a glaze rather than a char.
  • Shell Storage: Baked shells stay crispy for up to 24 hours if kept in a sealed Ziploc bag at room temperature with all air removed. Do not refrigerate.