Description
Delicious and comforting Chicken Wontons in Spicy Chili Sauce feature tender chicken wontons and savory shiitake mushrooms simmered in a flavorful broth made with teriyaki sauce and chicken broth. Finished with a drizzle of aromatic sesame oil, fiery chili crisp, and topped with sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish offers a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and umami flavors in a warming, easy-to-make skillet meal.
Ingredients
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Wontons and Broth
- 1 (12-ounce) bag frozen chicken wontons (mini chicken cilantro recommended)
- 1-2 cups chicken broth (adjust for desired soupiness)
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
Mushrooms and Aromatics
- 14 ounces shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
Toppings
- 1-2 tablespoons chili crisp
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Mushrooms and Garlic: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté until they are softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. In the last minute or two of cooking, add the grated garlic to infuse flavor without burning.
- Add Wontons and Simmer: Add the frozen chicken wontons directly to the skillet along with 1-2 cups of chicken broth and 1/2 cup of teriyaki sauce. Stir gently to combine, then cover with a lid and let simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until the wontons are fully heated through and the flavors meld.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the lid and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of sesame oil and 1-2 tablespoons of chili crisp for a spicy kick. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving to add freshness and texture.
Notes
- This dish is packed with bold, umami-rich flavors from the shiitake mushrooms and teriyaki sauce, balanced with the heat from chili crisp.
- The amount of chicken broth can be adjusted based on how soupy you want the dish; 1 cup creates a thicker sauce, while 2 cups make it more like a broth.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth and use vegetable-based wontons.
- Using frozen mini chicken cilantro wontons from stores like Trader Joe’s or Costco works perfectly for convenience and flavor.
- Make sure to not overcook the wontons to keep them tender but fully heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 12.1 g
- Sodium: 1489 mg
- Fat: 21.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: Estimate 16.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34.5 g
- Fiber: 4.5 g
- Protein: 21.5 g
- Cholesterol: 29.6 mg
