Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil for frying (or use a cooking spray for baking)
- Sour cream or salsa for serving
Feel free to swap the Monterey Jack for cheddar if that’s what you have on hand, or skip the cilantro if it’s not your thing. Home cooking is all about making it work for you!
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cheese, taco seasoning, and cilantro. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing towards you. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the filling near the center of the wrapper.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll tightly. Use a little water to seal the edge. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- If frying, heat about an inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the egg rolls in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. If baking, preheat your oven to 425°F, place egg rolls on a baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and bake for 15-20 minutes, turning once halfway through.
- Remove the egg rolls from the oil or oven and drain on paper towels if fried.
Remember, the first few might look a little wonky, but like I always say, home cooking isn’t about perfection—it’s about love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls, recipe, cooking, food
