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Crispy air fryer southwest egg rolls are loaded with chicken, corn, black beans and a zesty Tex Mex seasoning blend. The homemade egg roll recipe is then air fried until it’s crispy and delicious, with no excess oil needed. They are healthier, easier to clean up and taste incredible. Game day was made for tasty snacks like these southwestern egg rolls.
Game day and gathering were made for finger foods like these southwestern egg rolls. This homemade egg roll recipe is simple and will save you fat and calories when you cook them in the air fryer. You won’t believe how crispy these easy air fryer egg rolls can get with just a light brush of oil. Gather your friends and cheer on your favorite team while you munch on these incredible egg rolls.
If you love egg rolls, try my Spicy Salmon and Rice Egg Rolls, Avocado Egg Rolls or Stuffed Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls.
Why You’ll Love This Homemade Egg Roll Recipe
- It’s easy to make at home. Chili’s southwest egg rolls have long been a fan favorite, but these easy air fryer egg rolls are perfect for making at home.
- They are loaded with flavor. Chicken, corn, beans, cheese and lots of seasoning make these Tex-Mex eggrolls burst with flavor.
- It’s perfect for a party. Gather your friends for game day and serve delicious egg rolls that will make everyone a winner.
Southwest Egg Rolls Ingredients
- Chicken: Shredded rotisserie chicken makes this recipe super simple and affordable, but you can use any leftover shredded chicken.
- Cream Cheese: Use room temperature cream cheese. Substitute with low fat cream cheese if desired.
- Beans: Add drained and rinsed black beans for added protein and fiber.
- Sweet Corn: Thawed frozen sweet corn is crisp and flavorful. Substitute well drained canned corn or fresh corn.
- Cheese: Shredded cheddar cheese adds a great flavor but use your favorite shredded cheese. Monterey jack and Colby jack make great substitutions.
- Onion: Use diced yellow onion or substitute other varieties.
- Jalapenos: Chopped jalapenos add a bit of heat. Remove the seeds and ribs for a milder flavor and adjust the amount to taste.
- Cilantro: Chopped cilantro adds a bright, fresh flavor typical in Tex Mex and southwestern food.
- Taco Seasonings: Use a storebought blend or combine chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, sea salt, black pepper, ground paprika, garlic powder and onion powder to make your own.
- Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice has superior flavor but use bottled in a pinch.
- Egg Roll Wrappers: These are typically found in the grocery store’s produce section located neat tofu and wonton wrappers.
- Olive Oil: Or select your favorite light, neutral flavored oil.
- Parsley: Chopped, to garnish
How To Make Southwest Egg Rolls
- Prepare the equipment. Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Make the egg roll filling. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cream cheese, black beans, corn, cheddar cheese, onion, jalapenos, cilantro, taco seasoning, and lime juice. Mix it until everything comes together.
- Fill and seal the egg rolls. Place an egg roll wrapper on a cutting board, and wet the edges of the wrapper with water. Add 2-3 tablespoons of prepared chicken mixture to the center of the egg roll wrapper. Roll once and fold the side ends inwards. Now tightly roll the wrapper and seal the edges.
- Prepare for air frying. Brush the egg rolls generously with olive oil and place them in the Air Fryer basket.
- Air Fry egg rolls. Cook for 12-15 minutes by flipping the egg rolls halfway through and cook further until the egg rolls turn golden and crispy.
- Garnish and serve. Once done, garnish the egg rolls with fresh parsley and serve while it is still warm.
Tips To Make Easy Air Fryer Egg Rolls
- Don’t overfill the wrappers.
- Press and seal the edges of the egg rolls with water to prevent the filling from coming out.
- Most air fryers can fit about six egg rolls at a time. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer, and cook in batches if necessary.
- If cooking in batches, keep the remaining eggrolls covered with a damp paper towel. Cooked egg rolls can be kept warm in a low oven.
- Flip halfway through the cooking time.
- The egg rolls will crisp up as they cool, so don’t worry if they aren’t as crispy as you expected when you first pull them from the air fryer.
- Serve with a spicy Southwestern ranch dressing or cool and creamy avocado ranch for dipping.
- Air frying times can vary based on the make and model of your air fryer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Baking these egg rolls is simple. Place the egg rolls onto a parchment lined baking sheet and cook in a 425 degree F oven for 10-15 minutes. Remove them when they are golden and crispy and the filling is hot. Bake the egg rolls on an oven-proof baking rack for an even crispier exterior.
Heat a ½ inch of oil in a skillet. Place the egg roll seam side down into the hot oil. Cook for one minute, then turn the egg roll repeating until all the sides are golden and crispy. Drain on a paper towel and cool for a few minutes before eating.
Absolutely! Leave out the chicken for a delicious vegetarian version of these egg rolls.
Leftover southwestern egg rolls can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350 degrees F air fryer for approximately 5 minutes.
Yes! You can freeze these before or after air frying. To freeze before, place the egg rolls on a baking sheet and flash freeze before adding them to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. When ready to cook, place the frozen egg rolls into a preheated 400 degrees F air fryer. Brush with oil and cook for 6 minutes. Flip and cook for 6 minutes more until crispy and heated through. Cooking times may vary, so cooking additional time if needed.
Southwestern egg rolls are the perfect game day appetizer. Pair them with Baked Buffalo Chicken Tenders , Air Fryer Blooming Onion and Crispy Baked Potato Skins for a full game day spread.
More Tex Mex Recipes
- Mexican Street Corn
- Southwest Shrimp Quinoa Salad
- Creamy Southwest Shrimp Pasta
- Mexican Shrimp
- Southwest Chicken Tacos
- Mexican Chicken Tacos
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Air Fryer Southwest Egg Rolls
Ingredients
- 1½ cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen sweet corn, thawed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup yellow onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons jalapenos, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons taco seasonings
- ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Chopped parsley, to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cream cheese, black beans, corn, cheddar cheese, onion, jalapenos, cilantro, taco seasoning, and lime juice. Mix it until everything comes together.
- Place an egg roll wrapper on a cutting board, and wet the edges of the wrapper with water.
- Add 2-3 tablespoons of prepared chicken mixture to the center of the egg roll wrapper. Roll once and fold the side ends inwards. Now tightly roll the wrapper and seal the edges.
- Brush the egg rolls generously with olive oil and place them in the Air Fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes by flipping the egg rolls halfway through and cook further until the egg rolls turn golden and crispy.
- Once done, garnish the egg rolls with fresh parsley and serve while it is still warm.
Notes
- Don’t overfill the wrappers.
- Press and seal the edges of the egg rolls with water to prevent the filling from coming out.
- Most air fryers can fit about six egg rolls at a time. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer, and cook in batches if necessary.
- If cooking in batches, keep the remaining eggrolls covered with a damp paper towel. Cooked egg rolls can be kept warm in a low oven.
- Flip halfway through the cooking time.
- The egg rolls will crisp up as they cool, so don’t worry if they aren’t as crispy as you expected when you first pull them from the air fryer.
- Serve with a spicy Southwestern ranch dressing or cool and creamy avocado ranch for dipping.
- Air frying times can vary based on the make and model of your air fryer.
