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Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls with Cilantro Dipping Sauce Recipe

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Southwest Egg Rolls are a crispy, flavorful twist on traditional egg rolls, packed with black beans, corn, chicken, bell peppers, and Mexican-inspired spices. Served with a creamy cilantro salsa dipping sauce, these versatile egg rolls can be pan-fried, air-fried, deep-fried, or baked for a delicious appetizer or snack that satisfies all cravings.

Ingredients

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Egg Rolls

  • 20 egg roll wrappers
  • 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cooked corn, canned or frozen
  • 1 red or green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped (about 1 breast)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, or Mexican blend cheese
  • Oil for pan frying or deep frying (optional)
  • 6 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 1/3 cup salsa

Instructions

  1. Dipping Sauce: Add cream cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, and salsa into a food processor and blend until smooth. Adjust the salsa quantity to thin the sauce if needed or to your preferred taste. Refrigerate the sauce to let flavors meld.
  2. Egg Roll Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, onion, chopped cooked chicken, shredded cheese, garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and taste, adjusting seasonings as desired.
  3. Assemble Egg Rolls: Place one egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with one corner pointing towards you. Spoon approximately 1/3 cup of filling onto the wrapper. Fold the corner closest to you over the filling, then fold in the two side corners snugly. Roll upward tightly to the opposite corner. Moisten the edge with water using your finger to seal the roll. Repeat until all wrappers are filled, making about 15-20 egg rolls.
  4. Choose Cooking Method: Decide your preferred cooking method from pan frying, air frying, deep frying, or baking depending on your texture preference and equipment.
  5. Pan Fry: Heat 2 tablespoons of canola or vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add a few egg rolls, turning often to brown evenly on all sides. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with dipping sauce.
  6. Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Spray the basket with cooking spray. Place a few egg rolls seam side down in a single layer and spray the tops with olive oil spray. Air fry for 6 minutes, flip, and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy. Serve warm with sauce.
  7. Deep Fry: Heat about 1 quart of vegetable oil in a deep stockpot to 350°F (medium-high heat). Fry the egg rolls, turning occasionally for about 90 seconds or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with dipping sauce.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place egg rolls seam side down on a baking sheet spaced at least 1 inch apart. Lightly spray or brush with cooking oil. Bake for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy. Serve warm with dipping sauce.

Notes

  • You can adjust the filling ingredients to your preference, adding more spice or cheese if desired.
  • Refrigerate the dipping sauce for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
  • Ensure egg rolls are sealed tightly before cooking to prevent filling leakage.
  • Use cooking spray or oil liberally when air frying or baking for crispy texture.
  • Store leftover egg rolls in an airtight container and reheat in an air fryer or oven for best results.

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