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Chicken Egg Rolls

Crispy Chicken Egg Rolls with a Southwest Twist

Delicious Chicken Egg Rolls featuring a Southwest twist, packed with flavor and perfect for snacking or entertaining.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 4 egg rolls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Cooked, rotisserie or leftover
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 medium Chopped Jalapeño Adjust quantity to heat preference
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded
  • 10 pieces Egg Roll Wrappers Keep covered with a damp towel
Optional Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 1 cup Guacamole

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Frying pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Let rest before shredding.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeño, red bell pepper, spinach, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Lay egg roll wrappers diagonally on a clean surface. Keep remaining wrappers covered.
  4. Place 2-3 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each wrapper and roll tightly, sealing edges with water or egg wash.
  5. Fry in oil at 350°F (175°C) for 3-4 minutes until golden, or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway.
  6. Allow to cool slightly before serving with salsa or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1egg rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These chicken egg rolls can be baked or fried based on preference. Adjust spice levels as desired and ensure not to overstuff the rolls.

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