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Air Fryer Chili’s Southwest Egg Rolls

Air Fryer Chili’s Southwest Egg Rolls

Julia
Make crispy, restaurant-style Air Fryer Chili’s Southwest Egg Rolls at home with less oil and bold Southwest flavor. Packed with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cheese, and smoky spices, these copycat egg rolls turn golden and crunchy in the air fryer. Perfect for parties, game day, or an easy appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Southwest
Servings 10 egg rolls

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients:
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works great
  • ½ cup canned black beans rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup corn kernels fresh, canned, or thawed frozen
  • ½ red bell pepper finely diced
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
  • 8 –10 egg roll wrappers
  • Seasonings & Flavor Base:
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese optional, for creamier filling
  • Pantry Staples:
  • Cooking spray
  • Small bowl of water for sealing wrappers

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Filling:
  • In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, green onions, and cheese.
  • Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix well. Stir in cream cheese if using.
  • Roll the Egg Rolls:
  • Lay one wrapper in a diamond shape on a clean surface.
  • Add 2–3 tablespoons of filling to the center.
  • Fold bottom corner over filling.
  • Fold in both sides tightly.
  • Roll upward and seal top edge with water.
  • Repeat with remaining wrappers.
  • Preheat Air Fryer:
  • Preheat to 380°F for 3–5 minutes.
  • Air Fry:
  • Lightly spray egg rolls with cooking spray.
  • Place in basket in a single layer (do not overcrowd).
  • Cook 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Spray lightly again after flipping for extra crispiness.
  • Rest & Serve:
  • Let rest 3–5 minutes before serving.
  • Slice diagonally and serve with dipping sauce such as ranch, avocado ranch, chipotle mayo, or salsa.

Notes

  • Do not overfill wrappers to prevent leaking.
  • Seal edges tightly with water.
  • Avoid overcrowding for maximum crispiness.
  • Store cooked egg rolls up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes.
  • Freeze uncooked rolls and cook from frozen for 12–14 minutes at 380°F.
Keyword Air Fryer Chili’s Southwest Egg Rolls