Description

Southwest Egg Rolls are a fusion of Asian and Southwestern cuisines, featuring a crispy egg roll wrapper filled with a savory mixture of shredded chicken, black beans, corn, spinach, red bell pepper, and Monterey Jack cheese. Seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and jalapeños, these egg rolls offer a perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and crunchy textures. They’re great as an appetizer, party snack, or even a light meal, and they pair wonderfully with a variety of dipping sauces like salsa, guacamole, or ranch.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups cooked chicken* (shredded or chopped)
1 cup corn (drained and rinsed)
1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 cup spinach (chopped)
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced jalapeno de-seeded
1/2 TBS cumin
1/2 TBS chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 cups Monterey jack cheese
1 package egg roll wrappers (20 egg roll wrappers)

Instructions

Combine the chicken, corn, black beans, spinach, red pepper, and jalapeno in a large bowl. cumin, chili powder, salt and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
Add in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper and stir it into the mixture.
Stir in the shredded cheese.
Lay out an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one of the points facing toward your body.
Place 2-3 TBS filling in the middle of the egg roll.
Roll the egg roll up according to the package directions. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, fold in the 2 side corners tightly. Then continue to roll it up. Seal the edges by dipping your finger in water and pressing it along the edges and pressing them together. Placing them onto a baking sheet until needed
Repeat with remaining filling and egg rolls.
Place egg rolls into the freezer until oil, or oven is preheated.

Notes

Customizable: This recipe is highly adaptable. Feel free to swap out ingredients based on your preferences or dietary needs. For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add more vegetables or beans. You can also experiment with different cheeses or add extra spices for more heat.
Make-Ahead Friendly: These egg rolls can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer. When ready to serve, simply cook them from fresh or frozen.
Cooking Tips: To ensure your egg rolls stay crispy, avoid overfilling them and make sure the filling isn’t too wet. If baking, lightly brush the egg rolls with oil to help them crisp up in the oven.
Serving Suggestions: Serve these egg rolls with your favorite dipping sauces for a flavorful and satisfying appetizer or snack. They’re also great paired with a fresh salad for a light meal.