Description
Crispy Chilis Southwest Eggrolls are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering! These delightful rolls are packed with tender chicken, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and colorful bell peppers, all wrapped in a crispy shell. Served with a creamy Southwest Ranch dipping sauce, each bite brings a burst of vibrant flavors. Whether you’re hosting game day or enjoying a family dinner, these eggrolls will impress your guests and leave them craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 eggroll wrappers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 medium red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers and onion; cook until softened (5–7 minutes). Stir in black beans and corn; cook an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken along with spices (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder) and stir until well combined. Mix in melted cheeses and cilantro; cool slightly.
- Assemble eggrolls by placing filling in wrappers and rolling tightly. Seal edges with water.
- Fry in hot vegetable oil at 350–375°F until golden brown (about 2–3 minutes per side). Drain on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg