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Crack Chicken Pinwheels

Crack Chicken Pinwheels: Creamy Bites for Effortless Snacking

Crack Chicken Pinwheels combine shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and bacon in tender tortillas for a delightful snack.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 pinwheels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken fully cooked and shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese can substitute with pepper jack
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix homemade can be used
  • 6 slices crumbled bacon turkey bacon works as a healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions can substitute with chives
For the Wrap
  • 4 large flour tortillas can use whole wheat or spinach
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by shredding your cooked chicken if it isn't already prepared.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions.
  3. Lay one large flour tortilla flat on a clean surface and scoop an even portion of the chicken mixture into the center of the tortilla.
  4. Firmly but gently roll the tortilla from one end, enclosing the filling completely.
  5. Continue the process with the remaining tortillas, filling and rolling each one with the chicken mixture until all the filling is used up.
  6. Wrap each pinwheel in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  7. Using a sharp knife, cut each rolled tortilla into 1-inch pinwheels.
  8. If desired, sprinkle the sliced pinwheels with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Crack Chicken Pinwheels are suitable for various occasions and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

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