Description
Delightful crack chicken pinwheels combine creamy ranch and shredded chicken in a rolled tortilla appetizer perfect for gatherings. Crisp edges and zesty filling make these pinwheels an irresistible crowd-pleaser you cannot stop eating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (470 ml) shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (120 ml) crumbled cooked bacon
- 4 large tortillas (spinach or sun-dried tomato)
- 1–2 tbsps ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) milk
Instructions
- Filling Preparation: Blend shredded chicken with cream cheese until smooth, creating a creamy foundation for the pinwheels.
- Flavor Enhancement: Mix in cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and ranch seasoning, stirring until ingredients combine into a uniform, zesty mixture.
- Tortilla Assembly: Place tortilla on a clean surface and spread the chicken mixture evenly, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent spillage when rolling.
- Rolling Technique: Carefully roll the tortilla from one edge, applying consistent pressure to create a tight, compact cylinder that maintains its shape.
- Chilling Process: Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and set the shape.
- Slicing and Serving: Remove chilled rolls and slice into half-inch medallions using a sharp knife, then arrange on a serving platter and optionally garnish with chopped green onions or fresh herbs for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Chill for Perfection: Refrigerate the rolled tortillas for at least 2 hours or overnight to help them firm up, making slicing easier and enhancing flavor melding.
- Slice with Precision: Use an ultra-sharp knife and clean it between cuts to ensure clean, neat pinwheel slices without crushing the delicate roll.
- Serve at Optimal Temperature: Let pinwheels sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to soften slightly and maximize flavor profile.
- Customize Your Creation: Swap ingredients like using different cheese types, adding jalapeños, or trying alternative seasonings to make the recipe uniquely yours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg