Crispy Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls with Cheese

lls A Flavorful Twist on a Classic Snack Recipe

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5.3 from 30 reviews

Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls are a delicious twist on traditional egg rolls, filled with seasoned shredded chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeño, bell peppers, spinach, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. They can be fried for a crispy exterior or baked for a healthier option, perfect as a snack or appetizer paired with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Author: Toney
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 12 egg rolls 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying or Baking
Cuisine: Southwestern American
Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1/4 cup jalapeño, finely chopped
1 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 cup spinach, chopped
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tbsp cumin
2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

Wrapper

1 package egg roll wrappers (typically found in the refrigerated section)

For Frying (Optional)

Vegetable or peanut oil (for frying)

For Baking (Optional)

Olive oil or cooking spray (for brushing or spraying the egg rolls before baking)

Optional Dipping Sauces

Salsa
Guacamole
Sour cream

Instructions

Prepare the Filling:
Cook chicken if needed and shred or dice it. In a large bowl, combine chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeño, red bell pepper, spinach, black pepper, chili powder, salt, and cumin. Mix thoroughly, then stir in shredded Monterey Jack cheese to bind the filling.
Prepare the Egg Roll Wrappers:
Place one egg roll wrapper at a time on a clean surface in a diamond shape. If overly dry, cover the wrappers with a damp towel to prevent cracking during rolling.
Assemble the Egg Rolls:
Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of filling onto the center of each wrapper. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the side corners. Roll tightly while keeping filling contained, and seal the top corner by wetting with water or egg wash.
Cook the Egg Rolls:
Option 1: Frying – Heat vegetable or peanut oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C) and fry each egg roll until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Option 2: Baking – Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the egg rolls on a lined baking sheet, brush or spray with olive oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy and golden, turning halfway through.

Notes

Do not overfill the egg rolls to ensure they seal properly and cook evenly.
For a healthier option, opt to bake instead of frying.
You can substitute Monterey Jack with cheddar or pepper jack cheese for extra heat.
Leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken speeds up preparation.
Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream as dipping sauces for added flavor.
Store leftover egg rolls in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for best texture.