Crack Chicken Pinwheels
The ultimate party appetizer! These creamy, cheesy chicken bacon ranch pinwheels are easy to prep, mess-free, and completely addictive. Perfect for potlucks, game days, or quick lunches.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- spatula or spoon
- plastic wrap
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet dry ranch seasoning
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 slices cooked crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas (burrito-sized)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: soften cream cheese, cook and crumble bacon, and shred chicken.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese with ranch seasoning until smooth. Fold in chicken, half the bacon, and half the cheese.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly over a tortilla, reaching the edges.
- Roll tortilla tightly into a log. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill at least 1 hour.
- Slice into 1-inch pinwheels. Garnish with remaining bacon and cheese before serving.
Notes
✨ Variations: Try Spicy Pinwheels (jalapeños + pepper jack), Loaded Baked Potato (sour cream + chives), Italian Pinwheels (provolone + sun-dried tomatoes), or Veggie Supreme (cheese + veggies).
💡 Make-ahead tip: Assemble the rolls a day ahead, chill overnight, and slice before serving.
💡 Make-ahead tip: Assemble the rolls a day ahead, chill overnight, and slice before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Crack Chicken Pinwheels
Amount per Serving
Calories
120
% Daily Value*
Fat
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
25
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
30
mg
10
%
Sodium
270
mg
12
%
Potassium
90
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
4
g
1
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
150
IU
3
%
Calcium
80
mg
8
%
Iron
0.6
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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