Tasty Air Fryer Chicken Egg Rolls

When it comes to noshing on something crispy and tasty without all the drama of deep-frying, these Tasty Air Fryer Chicken Egg Rolls are where it’s at. Imagine taking a bite into that golden crunchiness without being consumed by guilt—now that’s culinary magic. These babies are easy to prep and more fun than a box of fireworks. Additionally, they take the weekday “What’s for dinner?” hustle down a notch. Trust me, once you try them, they become a go-to delight.

So, my husband, bless him, the man would eat cardboard if you fried it. When I first whipped up these egg rolls, I thought they’d be perfect for a quick lunch. Little did I know they’d be devoured before they had even cooled down. We’ve had many a Saturday lunch with mouths full of egg rolls and laughter echoing through the house. They’ve become such a thing that even my kids (picky as they are) look forward to “egg roll day.” That says a lot.

Why You’ll Love This Tasty Air Fryer Chicken Egg Rolls

1. **Crunch Factor**: You get the same crispy zeal as deep-fried but no yucky oil hangover.

2. **Easy Breezy**: Practically makes itself. Great for anyone who hates standing over a hot stove.

3. **Crowd Pleaser**: Perfect to get even the fussiest eaters a little bit hooked.

4. **Altogether Healthy-ish**: Okay, it’s an egg roll, not a kale smoothie, but this is one of those “best of both worlds” kinda deals.

How to Make It

Alright, here’s the lowdown! First, grab everything you need to avoid that panic when you find you’re missing the eggs halfway through. Chop up your veggies like you mean it and mix them with your cooked chicken, spices, and more addictively tasty things. Roll them up snug in your egg roll wrappers like little burritos. Look at that, you’re just about a chef now. Now as for the real star here, the air fryer—preheat that gadget, then let it perform its magic, turning those little rolls into crispy delights. Do a little dance while you wait (optional but highly recommended). Once they’re perfectly golden, serve them hot and watch them disappear fast!

Ingredient Notes

– **Chicken**: Probably the star. Cooked ‘til it’s tender and ready to soak in breaths of flavor.
– **Cabbage**: This crunchy and lovely thing adds the body. It’s amazing when it’s not soggy.
– **Soy Sauce**: The salty goodness. Don’t go bananas with it unless you love a sodium overload.
– **Ginger and Garlic**: Little bombs of flavor. Funny story—I forgot the garlic once and was reminded of it all night.
– **Egg Roll Wrappers**: Fragile like emotions. Keep ‘em damp so they won’t dry out like my lips in winter.

Recipe Steps:

1. Mix together the chopped cooked chicken, cabbage, carrots, ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.
2. Place an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface, add filling, and roll it up snugly.
3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
4. Spray the rolls with a little oil and air fry in batches for about 8-10 minutes until golden.

What to Serve It With

A squeezable bottle of sweet chili sauce or soy dipping sauce on the side. Rice is always a good wingman too!

Tips & Mistakes

First, don’t rush the rolling. It’s not a race. Make sure they’re snug so stuff doesn’t escape mid-cook. And keep an eye on them in the air fryer, they brown quicker than you think. Oh, and really, no biting into one straight from the fryer unless your tongue is fireproof.

Storage Tips

Plan? What plan? When there’s a rare leftover sighting, I shove it in a container and forget about it until I need a snack at 3 am. Stay in the fridge for around 2-3 days max, but honestly, they never last that long. Cold is a no-brainer, warm is just as awesome, and breakfast egg roll? Heck yeah, why not!

Variations and Substitutions

Been out of chicken? Swap it with ground turkey or heck, just veggies. Wanna switch things up? More ginger or a splash of rice vinegar gives it a kick. Once tried honey instead of sugar for a hint of sweetness and well, that was a glorious glitch in the culinary plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tasty Air Fryer Chicken Egg Rolls

These crispy and flavorful air fryer chicken egg rolls are a perfect appetizer or snack that’s quick to make and delightfully crunchy.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb ground chicken
• ▢ 2 cup shredded cabbage finely chopped
• ▢ 1 cup shredded carrots
• ▢ 3 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
• ▢ 1 tbsp sesame oil
• ▢ 12 count egg roll wrappers store-bought
• ▢ 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• In a large skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil and cook the ground chicken until browned, about 5 minutes.
• Add shredded cabbage, carrots, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the skillet; stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
• Remove mixture from heat and let cool slightly.
• Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto the center of each egg roll wrapper, fold the sides in, and roll tightly.
• Spray or brush the egg rolls lightly with vegetable oil to help them crisp.
• Place egg rolls in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
• Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can brush egg rolls with a little more oil before air frying. Serve with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce.