Southwest Chicken Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Inside Egg Rolls
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2 tablespoons of cooking oil
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Shredded chicken breast, 8 oz cooked
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1/2 cup of rinsed and drained black beans from a can
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1/2 cup of corn (fresh, frozen and thawed, or canned)
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1 finely chopped jalapeño
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1/4 cup of diced green onions
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1/4 cup of chopped-up red peppers
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1/3 cup chopped spinach (frozen and thawed)
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2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
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3/4 teaspoon of cumin powder
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3/4 teaspoon of chili seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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10 to 12 wrappers for egg rolls
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Oil for frying
→ Avocado Sauce
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2 tablespoons finely minced cilantro
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1 mashed medium avocado
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1/2 cup of ranch dressing
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2 tablespoons of buttermilk
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1 and a half teaspoons of lime juice
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1/4 teaspoon powdered garlic
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1/4 teaspoon powdered onion
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1/4 teaspoon salt
# Instructions:
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Use a big pan and heat up the oil. Let the peppers cook until they soften up. Toss in green onions, jalapeño, corn, beans, spinach, and your spices (salt, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne). Let them cook together for about 3 to 4 minutes until tender.
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Transfer the cooked veg into a large bowl. Mix them with the grated cheese, shredded chicken, and chopped cilantro. Stir everything really well until it’s all blended evenly.
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Take an egg roll wrapper and place it in a diamond shape. Add about 1/4 cup of filling in the center. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll it up tightly. Dab some water on the top corner to stick it together. Repeat for all the wrappers.
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Get the oil heated to 375°F (190°C). Fry a few at a time, turning them golden brown and crispy in about 3-4 minutes. Once cooked, place them onto paper towels to soak up extra oil.
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Blend together the ranch, avocado, buttermilk, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy. Serve alongside the egg rolls as a dip.
# Notes:
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Prefer spicier? Toss in extra jalapeño.
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Go with fresh, canned, or frozen corn, whatever works for you!