This buffalo chicken dip egg roll recipe is the combination of all the buffalo chicken dip ingredients, wrapped in an egg roll wrapper and fried to a crisp. A fabulous combination of flavors and textures.
If you love buffalo chicken dip, you are going to want to make my buffalo cauliflower bites, and slow cooker buffalo chicken dip. All these recipes are perfect for game-time snacking.
Chicken Buffalo Egg Roll Ingredients:
- chicken breasts - cooked and shredded.
- cream cheese, - softened
- FRANK'S Red Hot Sauce - other hot sauces can be used but this recipe was tested with Frank's.
- blue cheese or ranch dressing (plus extra for dipping)
- Egg roll wrappers - I find them in my produce section
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How to make buffalo chicken dip egg rolls
- In a mixing bowl combine shredded chicken breasts, cream cheese, FRANK'S Red Hot Sauce and blu cheese dressing.
- Layout egg roll wrappers and fill. (see instructions below)
- Deep fry in 400-degree oil until golden brown, turning as needed.
How to roll a buffalo chicken dip egg roll.
- Use about 2 tablespoons of chicken mixture and place in the center of the egg roll wrapper.
- Fold in the left and the right corners, removing as much air as possible, it should look like a diamond.
- Fold the top corner over the filling and remove as much air as possible.
- Roll the egg roll toward the bottom but stop just before you reach the bottom corner.
- Dip your finger in water or egg wash to the final edge and roll and seal.
How to deep fry the egg rolls
- In a heavy bottom or cast iron skillet over medium high heat, heat canola or other fry oil.
- The oil is hot enough when bubbles form around the end of a wooden or bamboo spoon when placed in the bottom of the pan.
- Working in batches, fry on each side for 1 minute or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the frying oil and drain the cooked egg rolls on paper towels.
Air Fryer buffalo chicken egg rolls instructions:
- Heat your air fryer to 350 degrees f.
- Air fry the egg rolls for 10 minutes
- Raise the heat to 392 and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
Can you freeze buffalo chicken egg rolls?
Yes, you can freeze buffalo chicken egg rolls. Here are the steps on how to do it:
- Assemble the egg rolls as you normally would, but do not cook them yet.
- Place the assembled egg rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze the egg rolls for at least 2 hours, or until they are solid.
- Once the egg rolls are frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container.
- Label the bag or container with the date.
To cook the frozen egg rolls, simply preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the frozen egg rolls on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
You can also cook frozen egg rolls in an air fryer. Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the frozen egg rolls in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
What are the best dip for buffalo chicken egg rolls?
The best dip for buffalo chicken egg rolls is a matter of personal preference, but some popular options include:
- Ranch dressing: Ranch dressing for dipping is a classic dipping sauce for buffalo chicken, and it goes well with crispy fried egg rolls.
- Blue cheese dressing: Blue cheese dressing is another popular choice for buffalo chicken, and it adds a bit of tanginess to the dish. Don't forget to add extra blue cheese crumbles!
- Sour cream: Sour cream is a good option for those who want a milder dipping sauce. It helps to cool down the heat of the buffalo sauce and adds a bit of creaminess.
- Blue cheese dressing with ranch dressing: This is a great option for those who want the best of both worlds. The blue cheese dressing adds a bit of tanginess, while the ranch dressing adds creaminess.
- Spicy Buffalo sauce: If you want to add even more heat to your buffalo chicken egg rolls, you can dip them in buffalo sauce.
- Wing Sauce: Pour out your favorite buffalo wing sauce to dunk your homemade buffalo chicken egg rolls in!
No matter what dipping sauce you choose, buffalo chicken egg rolls are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
FAQ's tips and tricks:
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My preferred way to reheat chicken dip egg rolls in my air fryer. Pre heat to 425 and then heat for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
They can also be flash-fried in hot oil or baked for 10 minutes at 425.
You can definitely freeze buffalo chicken dip egg rolls. I roll them and place them separated on a cookie sheet, freeze and then place in a freezer-safe bag or van and seal them.
Alternatively, they can be frozen after frying. Don't fry them as dark as you would for immediate enjoyment and allow them to cool completely before freezing as directed above.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts cooked and shredded.
- 8 Ounces Cream Cheese softened
- ½ Cup FRANK'S RedHot Sauce
- ½ Cup blue cheese or ranch dressing plus extra for dipping
- Egg roll wrappers
- 1 Cup Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl combine 2 shredded chicken breasts, 8 ounces of cream cheese, ½ cup FRANK'S Red Hot Sauce and ½ cup of blu cheese dressing.
- Lay out egg roll wrappers and fill. (see instructions below)
- Deep fry in 400 degree oil until golden brown, turning as needed.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use about 2 tablespoons of filling and place in the center of the egg roll wrapper.
- Fold the top corner over the filling and remove as much air as possible.
- Fold in the left and the right corners, removing as much air as possible.
- Apply water or egg wash to the final edge and roll up.
This post originally appeared Mar 11, 2016
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Mandy says
These are so incredibly good!! Love the step by step instructions.