Description
Chicken Spring Rolls are a crispy, golden-brown delight filled with tender chicken and fresh veggies, all wrapped in chewy rice paper. Perfect for any occasion, these rolls are not only flavorful but also visually stunning, making them an ideal choice for gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner. Experience the joy of creating restaurant-quality spring rolls in your own kitchen with this easy-to-follow recipe.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 10 rice paper wrappers
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (like cilantro), chopped
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 7-10 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool and shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté minced garlic, grated carrots, and shredded cabbage in the same skillet for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil with the chicken and veggies. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Soak each rice paper wrapper in warm water for about 10 seconds until pliable, then place on a clean surface.
- Place a spoonful of the filling on the lower third of each wrapper, fold sides over, and roll tightly.
- For crispy rolls, pan-fry in oil over medium heat until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side) or serve fresh with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 spring roll (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - Customize your rolls by swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu for a vegetarian option. - For added crunch, include bean sprouts or extra carrots in the filling. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in an air fryer for optimal crispiness.
