Southwestern Egg Rolls
Crispy Southwest Egg Rolls packed with chicken, beans, corn, and bold Tex-Mex flavors. A delicious appetizer perfect for parties, game days, and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12–14 egg rolls
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying, Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Southwestern American, Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Filling
2 cups cooked chicken breast, finely chopped
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 green onion, sliced
1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Rolling
12–14 egg roll wrappers
Water for sealing edges
For Frying
Vegetable oil, for frying
Optional Avocado Ranch Dipping Sauce
½ cup ranch dressing
1 ripe avocado
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine chicken, corn, black beans, spinach, bell pepper, green onion, Monterey Jack cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner facing you.
Spoon about ⅓ cup filling into the center of the wrapper.
Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll tightly.
Brush the top corner with water and seal completely.
Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
Fry egg rolls in batches for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
For the dipping sauce, blend ranch dressing, avocado, lime juice, and cilantro until smooth.
Serve warm with the avocado ranch sauce.
Notes
For a lighter version, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–18 minutes, turning halfway through.
Air fry at 390°F (199°C) for 8–10 minutes until crispy.
Rotisserie chicken works great for quick preparation.
Freeze uncooked egg rolls for up to 3 months.
Serve with salsa, guacamole, avocado ranch, or chipotle dipping sauce.
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