Recipe: Homemade chicken egg rolls

This is a great recipe to make for leftover chicken--or not! These can be an appetizer or a meal, served with rice. They are delicious!

Ingredients:

  • 1 package of egg roll wrappers
  • 1 head of Napa cabbage, de-cored and finely chopped
  • 4-5 chicken thighs (or any leftover chicken pieces), baked and shredded
  • 1 carrot, shredded
  • 1 can water chestnuts, chopped finely longways
  • 2 heads of broccoli, stems removed, chopped
  • 2-3 green onions, finely chopped
  • vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 2 T. soy sauce, or to taste
  • black pepper
  • 1 egg, beaten

Kitchen Tools:

  • large frying pan (preferably non-stick)
  • spatula or spoon for stirring
  • large bowl
  • chopping board and chef's knife
  • paper towels
  • silicone brush
  • Pam or other non-stick spray
  • tongs
  • Large plate
  1. Prepare ingredients: chop vegetables, shred chicken, etc. If you are preparing the chicken as well, go ahead and begin baking it now (375 for around 25 minutes--oil, salt and pepper it well on both sides, add garlic powder to both sides, and a bit of lemon juice.)
  2. Spray the large pan with non-stick spray lightly. Stir-fry half of the vegetables at a time, cooking until just underdone. Remove vegetables to large bowl.
  3. Let the veggie mixture cool slightly. Mix in chicken and soy sauce, stirring until incorporated.
  4. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons into an egg roll wrapper and fold according to directions on package. Be sure to use the beaten egg to brush around the edges to seal the rolls.
  5. Wipe out the pan and fill with oil, until around 1.5 inches deep.
  6. Heat the pan until oil is hot. Fry the rolls 3-4 at a time, or depending on the size of your pan. Turn as the rolls look a dark golden color.
  7. Place egg rolls on plate lined with paper towels, and enjoy!
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Gerianne is an English teacher by trade, but a food aficionado in her free time. Whenever she can, Gerianne plays around in the kitchen, trying new recipes while staying on a budget! Her cooking disasters and successes form the basis of her foodie knowledge, and she enjoys sharing what she...

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