Crack Chicken Pinwheels Recipe
These Crack Chicken Pinwheels are delicious, creamy, and packed with savory flavors like cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, bacon, and green onions all rolled up in soft flour tortillas. Perfect as a party appetizer or a tasty snack, they’re easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser with their creamy texture and crispy edges after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 16 pinwheels (4 tortillas cut into 4 pieces each) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
Assembly
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning mix, crumbled cooked bacon, and chopped green onions. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and form a creamy spreadable mixture.
- Assemble the pinwheels: Lay each flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Evenly spread about one-quarter of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, smoothing it out close to the edges to make a uniform layer.
- Roll and chill: Carefully roll each tortilla tightly into a log shape, ensuring the filling stays inside. Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up for easier slicing.
- Slice the pinwheels: Remove the chilled tortillas from the refrigerator and unwrap them. Using a sharp knife, cut each roll into 1 to 1½-inch thick pinwheels, creating bite-sized pieces.
- Bake the pinwheels: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, spacing them slightly apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Once baked, remove the pinwheels from the oven and let them cool slightly. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired and serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for convenience.
- For extra heat, add some chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce into the filling.
- If you want a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheese.
- Make sure to chill the rolled tortillas before slicing to get clean, neat pinwheel shapes.
- These pinwheels can also be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
Keywords: crack chicken, pinwheels, appetizer, party food, ranch seasoning, bacon, cream cheese, cheesy chicken roll-ups
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