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Southwestern Egg Rolls

Southwestern Egg Rolls

Cost $15, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 30 Min
  • 5 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half
    • 🌽 1/3 cup frozen corn kernels
    • 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
    • 2 tablespoons frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
    • 2 tablespoons diced jalapeño peppers
    • 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
    • 5 (6 inch) flour tortillas

  • Seasonings and Spices

    • 2 tablespoons minced green onion
    • 2 tablespoons minced red bell pepper
    • 1/2 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
    • 🧂 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
    • 🧂 1/3 teaspoon salt
    • 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper

  • Cooking Essentials

    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
    • 1 quart oil for deep frying

STEPS

1

Rub 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over chicken breast. Cook chicken in a medium saucepan over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side (at least 165°F/74°C inside). Remove from heat and set aside.

2

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in green onion and bell pepper. Cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.

3

Dice chicken and mix into the pan with green onion and bell pepper. Add corn, black beans, spinach, jalapeños, parsley, cumin, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir until well blended and tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Monterey Jack cheese until melted.

4

Wrap tortillas in a clean, lightly moist cloth. Microwave on high until hot and pliable, about 1 minute.

5

Spoon equal amounts of the mixture into each tortilla. Fold the ends of the tortillas and roll tightly around the mixture. Secure with toothpicks. Arrange in a medium dish, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 4 hours.

6

Heat oil in a large skillet for deep frying to 375°F (190°C). Deep-fry frozen, stuffed tortillas until dark golden brown, about 10 minutes each. Drain on paper towels before serving.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

419

Calories

  • 14
    Protein
  • 22
    Carbs
  • 31
    Fats

💡 For a crispier texture, make sure the oil is at the correct temperature before frying.You can use an air fryer as a healthier alternative to deep frying.To save time, prep the filling in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to assemble.Adjust the spice level by reducing or increasing the jalapeño and cayenne pepper.