Description
Crack Chicken Pinwheels are a delightful fusion of creamy, savory chicken and crispy tortillas, creating a mouthwatering experience. Each bite bursts with flavor, featuring a rich blend of ranch seasoning and cheese, complemented by the satisfying crunch of fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- Cheese: 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- Ranch Seasoning: 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup green onions, chopped; 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- Tortillas: 4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, green onions, and crumbled bacon until well mixed.
- Spread an even layer of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Roll each tortilla tightly, starting from one end, and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Chill the rolled tortillas in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the chilled pinwheels into 1-inch pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: These pinwheels can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese for a lighter option, or swap out bacon for diced bell peppers for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pinwheel slices
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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