Savory Chicken Salad Wonton Bites
Delight your guests with these Savory Chicken Salad Wonton Bites! Featuring crispy baked wonton cups filled with a zesty chicken salad mix that's both nutritious and bursting with flavor. Ideal for parties, gatherings, or as a delicious appetizer for a light lunch. The combination of tender chicken, crunchy pecans, and fresh vegetables all harmonized with a tangy dressing makes these wonton bites irresistible. Perfectly portioned into 36 delightful bites, they're sure to impress your friends and family!
36
Servings
50
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
wonton wrappers
36 (none)
cooked chicken
2 cups (diced)
pecans
1/2 cup (chopped)
scallion
1/2 cup (chopped)
carrot
1/3 cup (shredded)
celery
1/3 cup (finely diced)
vegetable oil
1/4 cup (none)
red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons (none)
fresh thyme
1 tablespoon (chopped)
parsley
1/4 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray one side of each wonton wrapper with non-stick cooking spray.
2
Gently press the wonton wrappers, coated side down, into the cups of a miniature muffin tin. This will create little cups to hold your filling.
3
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the wonton wrappers are golden brown and crispy. Once baked, carefully remove the cups from the muffin tin and allow them to cool completely.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, chopped pecans, scallions, shredded carrot, and finely diced celery. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
5
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, and chopped fresh thyme. Pour this dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until all ingredients are well-coated.
6
Spoon the chicken salad mixture into the cooled wonton cups, filling them generously.
7
Before serving, sprinkle each filled wonton cup with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Nutrition Information
3.3g
Fat
2.5g
Carbs
2.8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Chicken Salad Wonton Bites?
They are crispy baked wonton cups filled with a zesty and nutritious chicken salad mixture.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 36 wonton bites.
How many calories are in each wonton bite?
Each serving contains 50 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 3.3 grams of fat in each wonton bite.
How many carbohydrates are in one bite?
Each bite contains 2.5 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each wonton bite provides 2.8 grams of protein.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 10 main ingredients.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How long do the wonton wrappers need to bake?
Bake the wrappers for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
What kind of baking tin should be used?
A miniature muffin tin is used to shape the wonton wrappers into cups.
How should the wonton wrappers be prepared before baking?
Lightly spray one side of each wrapper with non-stick cooking spray and press them into the tin coated side down.
What type of chicken is used in the filling?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of cooked chicken that has been diced.
Are there nuts in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 cup of chopped pecans for crunch.
What vegetables are included in the chicken salad?
The salad includes chopped scallions, shredded carrots, and finely diced celery.
What are the components of the dressing?
The dressing is a mixture of vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, and chopped fresh thyme.
What garnish is recommended for these bites?
Freshly chopped parsley is sprinkled over the bites before serving for color and flavor.
Should the wonton cups be cooled before filling?
Yes, allow the baked wonton cups to cool completely before adding the chicken salad.
What type of vinegar is used for the dressing?
The recipe specifies using 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar.
What fresh herb is mixed into the dressing?
One tablespoon of chopped fresh thyme is used in the dressing.
How do I ensure the wonton wrappers don't stick to the tin?
By spraying one side of the wrapper with non-stick spray and placing that side down into the tin.
Is this recipe suitable for parties?
Yes, it is described as an ideal appetizer for parties, gatherings, or light lunches.
How much celery is required?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of finely diced celery.
What size should the chicken be?
The cooked chicken should be diced into small pieces.
How much vegetable oil is used?
The dressing requires 1/4 cup of vegetable oil.
What should the wonton wrappers look like when done?
They should be golden brown and crispy.
How do you combine the dressing and salad?
Whisk the dressing separately and then pour it over the chicken mixture, stirring until well-coated.
How much carrot is needed?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of shredded carrot.
Can I use fresh herbs in this dish?
Yes, the recipe uses both fresh thyme in the dressing and fresh parsley for garnish.
How much scallion is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of chopped scallions.
Are the wonton wrappers filled generously?
Yes, the instructions suggest filling the cooled wonton cups generously with the mixture.