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Southwest Egg Rolls

Name: Southwest Egg Rolls (Air Fryer)
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 11 min
Yield: 8 egg rolls
Ingredients: 8 egg roll wrappers; 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great); 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced; 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt to taste; 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)

Yield

Prep

Total

8 egg rolls

11m

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These air fryer Southwest egg rolls are fast, easy, and crispy. Cream cheese is the key ingredient for a creamy, not-dry, interior. Find the full list of ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and precise air frying times on this page.

Ingredients

8 egg roll wrappers
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great)
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt to taste
1 egg, beaten (for sealing)

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Season it upThis variation is self-seasoned

Steps

01Mix the chicken, black beans, corn, bell pepper, cream cheese, pepper jack, and all seasonings in a bowl. The cream cheese acts as the binder.
02Place about 2 tablespoons of filling on each wrapper. Fold and roll tightly, sealing with egg wash.
03Ready for the air fryer.
04Serve with avocado ranch or cilantro lime dipping sauce.

The cream cheese is what makes Southwest egg rolls creamy on the inside instead of dry. It melts during cooking and binds the filling together. Without it, you get a loose pile of ingredients that falls out when you bite. Use it even if it seems like a weird addition.

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How to Air Fry It

Temp

Cook

Prep

Flip?

375°F

10m

Yes

01Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
02Place frozen, store-bought egg rolls in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
03Lightly spray the egg rolls with cooking oil for a crispier wrapper (optional).
04Air fry for 10-12 minutes.
05Flip the egg rolls halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning.
06Let cool for 2 minutes before serving.

Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.