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Crack Chicken Pinwheels

Crack Chicken Pinwheels: Irresistibly Creamy and Crunchy Bites

Crack Chicken Pinwheels are creamy, flavorful bites perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup cream cheese Soften before mixing.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Substitute with your favorite cheese.
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Homemade blends work well too.
  • ½ cup cooked bacon Turkey bacon can be used for a leaner option.
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions Chives can be used as a substitute.
For the Wrap
  • 4 large flour tortillas Gluten-free tortillas are a great alternative.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Optional; other herbs like cilantro can be used.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • sharp knife
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. If your chicken isn't already shredded, take about 2 cups of cooked chicken and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Place the shredded chicken in a mixing bowl, ensuring it's well-fluffed and ready to combine with the creamy fillings.
  2. In the bowl with shredded chicken, add 1 cup of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, a packet of ranch seasoning, ½ cup of crumbled bacon, and ¼ cup of chopped green onions. Use a spatula or spoon to thoroughly mix everything together until the ingredients are well-combined.
  3. Take one large flour tortilla and lay it flat. Spoon approximately ½ to ¾ cup of the chicken mixture into the center, leaving an inch border around the edges.
  4. Starting from one end, tightly roll the tortilla up to encapsulate the chicken filling, pressing gently to secure.
  5. Continue the process with the remaining tortillas and filling mixture. Set aside on a plate.
  6. For optimal flavor integration, wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Once chilled, unwrap and slice each roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
  8. Arrange the sliced pinwheels on a serving platter and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These pinwheels can be made ahead of time and are freezer-friendly. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze uncut for up to 2 months.

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