The Best Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls

I love a good appetizer that’s both filling and flavorful! Try these shrimp spring rolls, Asian turkey lettuce wraps, or these avocado egg rolls (Cheesecake Factory Copycat).

The Best Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls

These southwest chicken egg rolls are truly THE BEST! Every bite is filled with fresh vegetables that are covered in an AMAZING blend of seasoning that pops and has SO much flavor. It is a total party in your mouth! With a crunchy outside and a sweet and spicy vegetable filling inside these chicken egg rolls are sure to please everyone at your next party. Southwest chicken egg rolls are so simple to make and taste delicious. These are perfect for a quick snack or an appetizer for game night. These are the perfect appetizers that are filling and delicious with loads of flavor in every roll. Cut them diagonally in half and serve with ranch, cilantro ranch dressing, this cashew dipping sauce, or just as is. Enjoy these egg rolls as soon as you can!

What You Need to Make Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls

You can’t go wrong with these Southwest egg rolls. It is one of my favorites and has loads of veggies and other tasty ingredients. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Chicken: To make this easy, you could buy a rotisserie chicken and shred it for these egg rolls. I also use canned chicken in a pinch! Veggies: Black beans, corn, red bell peppers, green onions, jalapeños, spinach Seasonings: Chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Monterey Cheese: This adds a lot of flavor and of course, cheese makes these so delicious. Oil: You can use vegetable oil or canola oil to fry the egg rolls. Egg Roll Wrappers: You can find egg roll wrappers in the refrigerated section at your local grocery store. Cilantro Ranch Dressing: This is optional, but I LOVE dipping the finished egg rolls in this yummy ranch dressing. It’s so creamy!

How to Make Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls

These Southwest chicken egg rolls are easy to put together! The spicy, southwest feel will be everything you ever wanted and more. You won’t be able to stop after eating just one egg roll!

Egg wash: For a crispy egg roll add an egg wash to the tips of the wrap and/or to the outside of the egg roll wrapper. Rolling Tip: Keep your egg rolls covered while you are rolling them so they don’t dry out. Don’t Overcrowd: Try not to fill your pan with too many egg rolls. They will become crowded and stick together. This will decrease the temperature and won’t let them cook evenly. Cooling Tip: Once fried, place the egg rolls on a cooling rack with a paper towel or plate underneath to catch any of the oil that drips off the egg rolls. Putting them directly on a paper towel will create too much steam and become soggy sitting there. Cheese: Add in a Mexican blend of cheese or a jalapeño cheese for more spice. Filling Variations: Avocado or tomatoes chopped up add a sweet and fresh taste. Try adding more colors of bell peppers, chopped onions, or mushrooms.

In the Refrigerator: Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. In the Freezer: These are great to freeze after they have cooked and cooled. Store in an air-tight container or Ziplock bag before placing them in the freezer. They will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. You do not need to thaw them before reheating them. They can be reheated straight from the freezer! To Reheat: To make sure your leftovers are nice and crispy, cook them in the air fryer at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for five minutes.