Chilis Southwest Eggrolls
Chilis Southwest Eggrolls are the ultimate crispy appetizer, perfect for any gathering or casual family night. These delightful bites feature seasoned chicken combined with vibrant vegetables and zesty spices, all wrapped in a crunchy shell. With their mouthwatering flavors and satisfying texture, they’re sure to be a hit at parties or as a quick snack during the week. Plus, they’re easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for stress-free entertaining. Serve them with a creamy dipping sauce for an added kick that will leave your guests coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cooked shredded chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup green onions (diced)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/3 cup frozen spinach (thawed and chopped)
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- 10–12 egg roll wrappers
- Oil for frying
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 medium ripe avocado (mashed)
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté red bell pepper, jalapeno, and green onions until tender.
- In a bowl, combine cooked chicken, black beans, corn, spinach, cilantro, sautéed veggies, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Place an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface; spoon filling onto the center. Fold up the bottom corner over the filling and roll tightly.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C) and fry eggrolls in batches until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Prepare dipping sauce by mixing ranch dressing with mashed avocado, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eggroll (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg