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Chili’s Southwest Eggrolls: The Ultimate Recipe and Guide Recipe

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Chili’s Southwest Eggrolls are a crispy, flavorful appetizer filled with a savory mixture of chicken, black beans, corn, bell peppers, and melted cheese, wrapped in a golden eggroll wrapper. Served with a tangy Southwest Ranch dipping sauce, these eggrolls balance smoky spices with creamy goodness, making them perfect for game day or a fun party snack.

Ingredients

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Eggrolls

  • 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, for extra heat)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded (about 2 small chicken breasts)
  • 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, for extra heat)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Southwest Ranch Dipping Sauce

  • 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, for extra heat)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add Beans and Corn: Stir in rinsed and drained black beans and corn. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  3. Incorporate Chicken and Spices: Add shredded cooked chicken breast, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
  4. Melt the Cheese: Reduce heat to low and add shredded Monterey Jack and pepper jack cheeses. Stir continuously until cheese is completely melted and the mixture is cohesive.
  5. Add Cilantro and Cool Filling: Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh cilantro. Allow the filling to cool slightly to prevent soggy wrappers.
  6. Assemble the Eggrolls: Lay out an eggroll wrapper in a diamond shape. Spoon about 1/4 cup of filling onto the center. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, tuck in the left and right corners, brush the top corner with water, and roll tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  7. Prepare Southwest Ranch Dipping Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth. Stir in cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Heat Oil for Frying: Pour vegetable oil into a large, deep pot or Dutch oven to a depth of about 3 inches. Heat over medium-high heat until oil reaches 350-375°F (175-190°C).
  9. Fry the Eggrolls: Carefully place eggrolls into hot oil in batches of 3-4 to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
  10. Drain and Serve: Remove eggrolls with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack lined with paper towels. Serve immediately with chilled Southwest Ranch dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add jalapeño to the filling and cayenne pepper to both the filling and dipping sauce.
  • Cooling the filling slightly before assembling prevents the wrappers from becoming soggy.
  • Maintain oil temperature between 350-375°F for crispy, evenly cooked eggrolls.
  • Fry the eggrolls in batches to avoid overcrowding and oil temperature drop.
  • The Southwest Ranch dipping sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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