Description
Crispy buffalo chicken egg rolls bring fiery flavor to classic Asian appetizers, blending spicy wing sauce with creamy cheese. Perfectly golden and crunchy, these handheld bites deliver zesty comfort that will satisfy hungry snackers seeking a bold twist on traditional finger foods.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
Cheese and Sauce:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing
Wrapping and Cooking:
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Combine shredded chicken with buffalo sauce in a mixing bowl, ensuring even coating of the meat.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper flat on a clean work surface with one corner pointing towards you.
- Position a precise portion of the buffalo chicken mixture slightly below the center of the wrapper.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the chicken and add a thin stream of blue cheese dressing.
- Carefully fold the bottom corner of the wrapper tightly over the filling, then fold in the side edges.
- Continue rolling the wrapper upward, sealing the final edge with a dab of water to secure the closure.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 375°F, maintaining a consistent temperature for even frying.
- Gently lower egg rolls into the hot oil, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until they achieve a deep golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer fried egg rolls to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and drain.
- Plate the crispy egg rolls alongside additional buffalo sauce and blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Prep the chicken in advance by shredding rotisserie chicken for a time-saving hack that keeps the filling super tender and flavorful.
- Ensure the oil is exactly 350°F for perfect crispy exterior without greasy results, using a kitchen thermometer for precision.
- Create vegetarian alternatives by substituting chicken with crumbled plant-based chicken or roasted cauliflower for a meat-free version that’s equally delicious.
- Seal egg roll wrappers completely to prevent filling leakage during frying, using water or egg wash as a natural “glue” along the edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg