Description
Chicken & Cheese Pinwheels are a delicious, portable snack or appetizer that’s perfect for parties, lunch, or a quick meal. These soft, flavorful pinwheels are filled with tender shredded chicken, gooey cheese, and a blend of seasonings, all rolled up in a soft tortilla. They’re easy to make, and with the right ingredients, you can enjoy them warm or cold. Perfect for busy days or whenever you need a tasty treat, these pinwheels are sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend)
1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix (or 1 tablespoon homemade ranch seasoning)
1/4 cup diced green onions (optional)
1 tablespoon mayonnaise or Greek yogurt (optional for extra creaminess)
4 large flour tortillas
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, mayonnaise (if using), ranch seasoning, diced green onions (if using), and shredded cheese. Mix everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the pinwheels: Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/4 of the chicken mixture onto the center of the tortilla. Spread it evenly across the surface, leaving a small border along the edges.
- Roll up the tortilla: Carefully roll the tortilla tightly around the filling, ensuring the ends are tucked in to prevent the filling from spilling out.
- Slice the pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled-up tortilla into 1-inch wide pinwheels. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Serve: Arrange the pinwheels on a plate and serve immediately. They can be enjoyed warm or cold, depending on your preference.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, use cooked, chopped vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, and mushrooms as the base. You can also add beans or tofu for protein.
- For a spicy kick, add some chopped jalapeños, hot sauce, or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
- These pinwheels can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- If serving warm, lightly toast the pinwheels in a skillet or bake them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
