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Delicious Crack Chicken Pinwheels ready to serve as an appetizer

Crack Chicken Pinwheels

A party-friendly appetizer that delivers creamy, smoky, and tangy bites in a single roll, perfect for potlucks and game day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 cup cream cheese Buy full-fat brick-style for stability; whipped or low-fat can make the mixture too loose.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Choose medium-sharp and grate it yourself for creamier integration.
  • 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled Crispy bacon brings smoky salt; undercooked bacon will make the rolls soggy.
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded Shredded white and dark meat blend for better mouthfeel.
For assembly
  • 4 large flour tortillas

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Fold in cheddar, bacon, ranch seasoning, and chicken until mixed. Chill if needed.
  2. Spread filling on tortillas, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
  3. Roll each tortilla tightly, sealing the edge.
  4. Slice into 1-inch pinwheels and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature, optionally with dip.

Notes

Keep pinwheels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe resealable bag. Thaw in refrigerator overnight before slicing.