Get ready for this incredibly easy, and tasty Buffalo Chicken Egg Roll. Turn classic Buffalo Chicken Dip into a tasty handheld snack or appetizer perfect for any holiday, or party. Dip this pocket of goodness in ranch or blue cheese dressing for flavor popping goodness.
This spicy egg roll is made with easy ingredients like shredded chicken, spicy buffalo sauce (hot sauce), cream cheese, and cheddar cheese. It makes a great cheese snack or appetizer.
You can make this with ease by baking these in the oven or making them crispy in the air fryer. Cut the fat in half but still have that crispy texture by using these two methods instead of deep frying them.
Make for the next big game day, or Christmas party. You will impress any friend or coworker if you come to the next super bowl party with these crispy, golden, appetizers.
Try our other party appetizers and show stopping holiday appetizers like Bacon Wrapped Dates, Jam and Brie Puff Pastries, and Stuffed Jalepeno Poppers. Try dipping in our homemade copycat wingstop ranch dressing.
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Why We Love This Recipe
- Easy to make- These come together so quickly and are easy to make. They also cook fairly quickly and make for a fun snack, appetizer, or meal.
- Serves a Large Crowd- You can easily make large batches of these egg rolls. It's perfect if you are trying to serve a large crowd.
- Gluten Free- The ingredients in the middle are gluten free. Egg roll wrappers are not gluten free but you can find on that are gluten free!
- Great For Game Day- Not only does this make a tasty treat for any holiday, it also makes a great game day snack. Make for a football, or basketball watch party like the Super Bowl or March Madness.
- Fun Dinner- Mix dinner up by making this tasty recipe and then pair it with our air fryer smashed potatoes, and a vegetable. Make a fun weekend dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Here are a list of ingredients and our favorite suggestions!
- Shredded Chicken- This recipe calls for shredded cooked chicken. You can use plain chicken or you can use lightly salt and peppered chicken.
- Hot Sauce- any hot sauce will work but we recommend and use Franks Red Hot Buffalo Sauce. It gives you the best buffalo wings flavor.
- Cream Cheese- The balance of the hot sauce and cream cheese make this resemble the dip you love. Make sure to use softened cream cheese so you can easily mix it with the chicken.
- Cheddar Cheese- This gives the roll a cheesy texture. You will want to shred the cheddar cheese so it disperses throughout the egg roll mixture.
- Egg Roll Wrappers- This is found in most vegetable sections of the grocery store. Careful while handling as they tear easily.
- Ranch Dressing or Blue Cheese Dressing- This is optional and is not in the recipe itself. It's for dipping this amazing recipe!
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Here are step by step instructions to learn how to make these spicy Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls. Pictures are included to help with texture and look.
- Combine shredded chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and hot sauce in a large mixing bowl.
2. Mix together until a buffalo sauce mixture is formed. If the cream cheese isn't softened, it will be difficult to mix.
3. Place 2-3 tablespoons of mixture in the center of the egg roll. You don't want to over stuff the wrapper or they will burst open while cooking.
4. Fold the wrapper by folding the top of the diamond over the mixture in the center. Then bring the two sides to the center making it look like an envelope.
5. Wet the top corner with water and roll the folded portion tightly until the remaining dough is snuggly around.
6. Place the rolled egg rolls on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Brush the top with olive oil.
7.Bake for 30 minutes at 375 degree Fahrenheit. Flip halfway through cooking.
Enjoy hot dipped in ranch or blue cheese!
Hint: Get the tips of the egg roll wet when rolling so that it sticks together easily. This will keep the dough from unfolding.
Air Fryer Method-Prefered method
For quick and crispy results try using an air fryer. Follow the steps as usual but instead of cooking in the oven, brush with oil and place in a preheated air fryer.
Air fry at 375 degree Fahrenheit for 6-7 minutes. Be sure to watch until crispy and golden brown.
Note that not all air fryers are created equal. You may have to adjust your cook time and your temperature based on the type of air fryer you have.
Substitutions
Use this list of substitutions in order to make this recipe fit any dietary needs, food preferences or allergies.
- Mozzarella Cheese -instead of cheddar cheese you can use the more mild cheese, mozzarella. This will still give you a delicious cheesy center but less of a sharp flavor.
- Reduced Fat Cream Cheese- we used regular cream cheese but if you are looking for less fat content, you can use reduced fat cream cheese.
- Gluten Free - egg roll wrappers are typically not gluten free. But you can use gluten free wrappers to make this a gluten free meal.
Variations
Try these fun variations to make this dish your own.
- Mild-use a milder hot sauce to take some of the fire away. Or you can reduce the amount of hot sauce you use to make it less spicy.
- Deluxe -mix in chopped green onion to the chicken mixture to make this a deluxe egg roll.
- Ranch Dressing - serve with a side of ranch dressing. Or add 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing into the chicken mixture. Don't add too much or it will make the center to runny.
- Blue Cheese Dressing- Serve with a side of blue cheese dressing. Or add 1 tablespoon of blue cheese dressing to the chicken mixture. Just like the ranch, don't add too much or it will be too runny.
Equipment
For best success with this recipe you will need the following equipment. We have linked our favorite products for your connivence
- Large mixing bowl- This is used to mix together the buffalo hot sauce, shredded chicken and cheeses.
- Mixing spoon- To mix the chicken mixture.
- Baking Sheet- To place the rolled egg rolls on for baking in the oven.
- Parchment Paper- To line the baking sheet for easier clean up. And to create a non-stick surface.
- Air Fryer- If you are using the air fryer method, you will need an air fryer.
Storage
Store cooked Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls in an air tight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. When ready to eat, reheat in the microwave, oven, or air fryer. The Air fryer and oven will give you that crisp texture you had the first time cooking.
These can be stored in the freezer for 1-2 months. You will want to store cooked egg rolls in an air tight container or freezer friendly plastic bag. When ready to eat, either thaw the night before in the refrigerator, or cook from frozen (this will take longer, but effective).
Top tip
Remember not to over stuff the egg roll wrapper with the chicken filling or it will burst while folding or when it is cooking.
If your cream cheese isn't soft enough, it will be difficult to work into the mixture.
FAQ
We love dipping sauce. Dip these egg rolls in ranch, blue cheese, or even more hot sauce.
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Recipe
Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
Equipment
- Mixing Spoon
- air fryer if using the air fryer method
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup Franks Red Hot Sauce Buffalo
- 2 cups Shredded Chicken cooked
- 4 ounces Cream Cheese softened
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375*F
- In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese and hot sauce. Mix together until an evenly mixed mixture is formed.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Take an egg roll wrapper and add 2 tablespoons of filling to the center of the diamond. Don't overstuff the wrapper or it will break and spill out. Fold the top of the egg roll over the chicken mixture and bring the two sides to the center make an envelope. Wet the sides of the wrapper to help it stick. Roll the wrapper like a burrito until there is no more wrapper left.
- Place on a sheet pan evenly spaced out. Brush the top with olive oil. Cook for 25 minutes. Flip over, halfway through cooking. Cook until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with a dipping sauce of ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Air Fryer Method-Preferred Method
- Instead of placing on a sheet pan and cooking in the oven, preheat the air fryer to 375*F. Place the egg rolls at the bottom of an air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 6-7 minutes. Check the cook progress as every air fryer cooks differently and time and heat may need to be adjusted.
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Notes
- Once cooked, you can freeze in an air tight container or freezer friendly bag for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat in the oven or air fryer to crisp. You can reheat in the microwave but it will loose it's crispness.
- Wet the sides of the egg roll wrapper to help it stay together.
- Don't overstuff the wrapper with the chicken mixture.
- Make sure to soften the cream cheese or it will be very difficult to mix the ingredients together.
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Food safety
We sometimes take for a granted that we have years (or decades) of cooking experience, that the average visitor may not. Add to, or remove from, the list below with health and safety tips.
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
Andrea
We loved these crispy and spicy Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls. We made them as an appetizer and then as a fun dinner to mix things up. Everyone approved! They reheated really well and next time I'm going to make a large batch to freeze for later.