Air Fryer Southwest Eggrolls with Cilantro-Lime Sauce
These crispy Air Fryer Southwest Eggrolls are the ultimate game day snack! Made in the PowerXL Air Fryer, they’re packed with chicken, beans, cheese, and veggies, then served with a creamy cilantro-lime dipping sauce. Perfect to prep ahead and reheat before kickoff.
Creator: Leslie Stokes
When it comes to game day, my kitchen turns into snack central — and these Air Fryer Southwest Eggrolls are always the first to disappear. They’re the perfect mix of crispy, cheesy, and a little bit spicy — everything you want in a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
I make these in my PowerXL Air Fryer, which gives that golden crunch without needing to deep fry anything. The filling is packed with protein — shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and melty cheese — and then I stir in a generous spoonful of creamy cilantro-lime sauce to keep them extra juicy inside. That step was a game changer after my first test batch came out a little dry.
The best part is how easy they are to prep ahead. I usually roll them up the night before, stack them on a parchment-lined tray, and just pop them into the air fryer right before kickoff. If you’re hosting a crowd, doubling the recipe is a great idea — they reheat beautifully.
And let’s talk about that dipping sauce. It’s tangy, herby, and has the perfect little kick if you throw in a jalapeño. I make a double batch because half goes into the filling, and the rest gets drizzled over the top or served for dipping. Every bite is creamy, zesty, and totally addictive.
These Southwest Eggrolls are one of those recipes that look impressive but take almost no effort — perfect for busy moms, Sunday football, or anytime you want a fun, high-protein snack that everyone will love.
Cooking and storage Tips
Cooking Tips
Prevent cracking: Keep egg roll wrappers covered with a damp towel while assembling so they don’t dry out.
Extra crispy: Lightly spray the tops of the eggrolls with olive oil before air frying.
Avoid soggy bottoms: Don’t overcrowd the basket — airflow is key for even crisping!
Adjust seasoning: Taste the filling before rolling and add more taco seasoning or salt if needed.
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
Prep ahead: You can assemble the eggrolls up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate them uncooked.
Freeze for later: Place unbaked eggrolls on a sheet pan to freeze solid, then store in a freezer bag. Air fry straight from frozen at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
Reheat: Reheat cooked eggrolls in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes to restore crispiness.
Store leftovers: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Air Fryer Southwest Eggrolls with Cilantro-Lime Sauce
Ingredients
For the Eggrolls:
- 10 –12 egg roll wrappers or gluten-free tortillas cut to size
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken
- 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn frozen or canned
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 –3 green onions sliced
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or pepper jack
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning or southwest seasoning blend
- Olive oil spray for air fryer
For the Cilantro-Lime Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Juice of 2 limes
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño optional, for heat
- 1 tsp ranch seasoning or ¼ tsp each garlic and onion powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt to taste
Let's Make It
- Make the sauce: Blend Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeño, ranch seasoning, cumin, and salt until smooth. Set half aside for dipping.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, beans, corn, peppers, onions, spinach, cheese, seasoning, and 1/4. cup of the sauce. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Assemble: Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the filling into each wrapper. Roll tightly and seal the edges with a dab of water.
- Air fry: Spray basket with olive oil and place eggrolls in a single layer. Spray lightly on top. Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crispy.
- Serve: With the remaining cilantro-lime sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Nutritional Info (per eggroll, 12 servings)
Calories: 165
Protein: 13g
Carbs: 12g
Fat: 6g
Fiber: 2g
