Chicken Wontons in Creamy Garlic Chili Crisp Sauce
Crispy chicken wontons tossed in a rich and creamy garlic chili crisp sauce that delivers the perfect balance of savory, spicy, and indulgent flavors. This easy appetizer or quick dinner comes together in under 30 minutes and tastes even better than takeout.
- Prep Time: 10 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 15 MINUTES
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: STOVETOP
- Cuisine: ASIAN INSPIRED
Ingredients
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For the Wontons
- 24 frozen chicken wontons
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (if pan frying)
For the Creamy Garlic Chili Crisp Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili crisp
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese (optional)
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Extra chili crisp for serving
Instructions
- Cook the chicken wontons according to package directions. Air fry, pan fry, or boil as desired.
- While the wontons cook, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the chili crisp and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and cream cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked wontons to the skillet and gently toss until coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and an extra drizzle of chili crisp.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Air frying creates the crispiest wontons.
- For extra heat, add an additional tablespoon of chili crisp.
- Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts best into the sauce.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for a heartier dinner.