CHICKEN TACO WONTONS “CUPCAKES”

Ingredients:

For the Wonton Cups:

• Wonton wrappers (square or round)
• Cooking spray or olive oil

For the Chicken Taco Filling:

• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning (or use homemade seasoning)
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:

• Shredded lettuce
• Diced tomatoes
• Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• Sour cream
• Salsa
• Chopped green onions
• Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Make Wonton Cups:
   • Lightly spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Press wonton wrappers into each muffin cup, forming little cups. Make sure the edges of the wrappers stick out to create a cup-like shape. Lightly brush the edges with olive oil.
3. Bake Wonton Cups:
   • Bake the wonton cups in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes or until they become golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them, as they can quickly go from golden to overcooked.
4. Prepare Chicken Taco Filling:
   • In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and garlic in olive oil until softened. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
5. Season the Chicken:
   • Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken, and add tomato sauce and water. Mix well and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Assemble Wonton Cupcakes:
   • Spoon the chicken taco mixture into each wonton cup.
7. Add Toppings:
   • Top each cup with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, salsa, chopped green onions, and fresh cilantro.
8. Serve:
   • Arrange the chicken taco wonton cupcakes on a platter and serve immediately.