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Chicken Fried Wontons

Crispy, golden Chicken Fried Wontons—juicy on the inside, perfectly crunchy on the outside! These homemade wontons are better than takeout and super easy to make. Fry, air-fry, or bake for a crispy, addictive appetizer. Get the recipe now!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 25
Calories: 51 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 pounds ground chicken
  • 1½ cups cabbage shredded
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional, for added flavor
  • wonton wrappers
  • water for sealing
  • peanut oil or vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, cabbage, onions, green onions, salt, sugar, soy sauce, white pepper, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until all the ingredients are evenly combined and the mixture looks cohesive.
  2. Lay out the wonton wrappers and keep them covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out. Place a small bowl of water nearby for sealing the edges.
  3. Place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Lightly brush the edges with water, fold the wrapper in half diagonally to form a triangle, and press out any air pockets before sealing the edges tightly.
  4. Heat enough oil in a deep skillet or wok to fully submerge the wontons. Bring the oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the wontons in small batches, turning occasionally, for 5-6 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
  5. Serve hot with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or snack!

Notes

  • Don’t overfill the wontons! Too much filling makes them hard to seal and can cause them to break open in the oil. Stick to 1 teaspoon per wrapper. Air Fryer & Baked Option: Air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes. Freeze Before Frying: These freeze beautifully uncooked—just fry straight from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the cooking time. Best Oil for Frying: Peanut oil gives the crispiest results, but vegetable oil works well too. Leftovers? Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, then crisp them back up in the air fryer or oven!
  • Don’t overfill the wontons! Too much filling makes them hard to seal and can cause them to break open in the oil. Stick to 1 teaspoon per wrapper.
  • Air Fryer & Baked Option: Air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.
  • Freeze Before Frying: These freeze beautifully uncooked—just fry straight from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the cooking time.
  • Best Oil for Frying: Peanut oil gives the crispiest results, but vegetable oil works well too.
  • Leftovers? Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, then crisp them back up in the air fryer or oven!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 51kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 159mg (7%) Potassium 116mg (3%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 23IU (0%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 25Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 51

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 51kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 159mg 7%
Potassium 116mg 2%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 23IU 0%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.