Copycat Chili’s Southwestern Eggrolls (Crispy)

Chili’s Southwestern Eggrolls are a craveable starter – crispy tortillas packed with chicken, beans, corn, and cheese, with a cool avocado ranch for dipping. This copycat recipe recreates that appetizer at home, perfect for parties.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy outside, cheesy southwestern filling inside
• Comes with a creamy avocado ranch dip
• Great make-ahead party appetizer
• Tastes just like the Chili’s starter

Copycat Chili's Southwestern Eggrolls

A copycat of Chili's Southwestern Eggrolls - crispy flour tortillas packed with chicken, black beans, corn, spinach, and cheese, served with avocado ranch.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 5 servings

Calories: 340

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Filling

• 1.5 cups cooked chicken shredded
• 1/2 cup black beans
• 1/2 cup corn
• 1/2 cup spinach chopped
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 5 flour tortillas
• oil for frying

Avocado Ranch

• 1 avocado
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Equipment

• Skillet
• Blender

Method

 

1. Mix the chicken, black beans, corn, spinach, cheese, cumin, and chili powder.
2. Spoon onto the tortillas, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly, sealing with a dab of water. Chill 15 minutes.
3. Fry in 350F oil for 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp, then drain.
4. Blend the avocado, ranch, and lime juice into a smooth dip.
5. Slice the eggrolls on the diagonal and serve with the avocado ranch.

Notes

Use flour tortillas, not egg roll wrappers, for the authentic chewy-crisp texture. Seal and chill before frying so they hold their shape.

Tips for the Best Southwestern Eggrolls

• Use flour tortillas for the authentic texture
• Chill the rolls before frying so they hold together
• Roll tightly and seal the edges well
• Fry until deep golden for maximum crunch

Storage & Reheating

Freeze assembled, unfried eggrolls and fry from frozen. Cooked leftovers keep 3 days and re-crisp in the air fryer.

Variations to Try

• Bake or air-fry for a lighter version
• Add diced jalapeno for heat
• Make them vegetarian by leaving out the chicken

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make southwestern eggrolls ahead?

Yes. Assemble and freeze them, then fry straight from frozen, adding a minute or two.

What dipping sauce comes with them?

A creamy avocado ranch – blended avocado, ranch, and lime – is the classic pairing.

Can I air-fry them?

Yes. Brush with oil and air-fry at 375F for about 10 minutes, turning once.

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