Air fryer buffalo chicken egg rolls came out of one of those snack cravings where I wanted something crispy, spicy, and actually satisfying. My first batch turned soggy on the bottom and overdone on top, which was frustrating. After testing this three ways, I discovered that lightly spraying the wrappers and flipping halfway gave me that even golden crunch. Then I cracked the code with the perfect buffalo-to-cheese ratio, and now they come out crispy, melty, and packed with flavor every time.
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls – Crispy & Spicy in 12 Minutes
Crispy egg rolls filled with spicy buffalo chicken and melty cheese, cooked quickly in the air fryer for the perfect appetizer or snack.
Equipment
- Air Fryer (6-quart recommended)
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Pastry brush (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 1 tablespoon water for sealing
- Oil spray
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until fully coated.
- Add shredded cheese and combine evenly.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper flat in a diamond shape.
- Spoon about 2–3 tablespoons of filling into the center.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling.
- Fold in the sides tightly.
- Roll upward to seal, brushing edges with water.
- Lightly spray each egg roll with oil.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place egg rolls in the basket in a single layer.
- Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6 minutes.
- Flip the egg rolls carefully using tongs.
- Cook for another 4–6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove when wrappers are crisp and lightly browned.
- Let cool for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Air fryer models vary, so check at the 9-minute mark to avoid over-browning. Avoid overcrowding—cook in batches for even crisping. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes to restore crispiness. You can swap mozzarella for cheddar or add cream cheese for a richer filling. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg
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CONCLUSION
I make these air fryer buffalo chicken egg rolls anytime I need a quick, crowd-pleasing snack with a crispy bite and bold flavor. Once you get that perfect crunch, they disappear faster than anything else on the table.