Description:
These fun, bite-sized taco cups are made with crispy baked wonton wrappers filled with seasoned chicken, melty cheese, and fresh toppings. Perfect for parties, game nights, appetizers, or easy weeknight dinners — all the taco flavor in adorable cupcake form!
📝 Ingredients (Makes 12 cups):
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12 wonton wrappers
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Cooking spray
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1½ cups cooked shredded chicken
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1 tablespoon taco seasoning
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¼ cup water
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½ cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican-blend cheese
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¼ cup salsa
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Optional toppings:
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Diced tomatoes
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Green onions
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Cilantro
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Light sour cream or Greek yogurt
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👩🍳 Instructions:
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Preheat oven:
Heat to 375°F (190°C). Spray muffin tin lightly. -
Shape cups:
Press wonton wrappers into muffin cups and spray lightly. -
Bake shells:
Bake 6–8 minutes until lightly golden. -
Prepare filling:
Heat chicken, taco seasoning, and water in skillet until coated. -
Fill cups:
Spoon chicken mixture into wonton shells. Top with cheese and salsa. -
Bake again:
Return to oven for 5–7 minutes, until cheese melts. -
Finish:
Add toppings and serve warm.
⭐ Recipe Notes:
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Rotisserie chicken saves time.
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Wonton cups can be baked ahead and filled later.
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Great with beef, turkey, or beans.
💡 Tips:
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Add black beans or corn to filling.
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Use air fryer at 350°F for 4–5 minutes.
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Serve with guacamole or pico de gallo.
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Double batch for parties.
🥗 WW (Weight Watchers) Points (Per Cupcake):
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WW Blue/Purple: ~2 points
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WW Green: ~3 points
👉 Lower Points Tip: Use fat-free cheese and salsa only — drops to 1 point each.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
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Party appetizer
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Lunchbox snack
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Taco night platter