Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels are a great appetizer for any party, no bake snack, or light lunch even the picky eater in your family will love.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels
When I am thinking of the perfect appetizer for my game day spread, I always include some pinwheels.
They are easy to put together, great for using up leftover chicken, and are loved by the whole family. And our friends and family too:)
Full of tender chicken, creamy ranch cream cheese, and crispy bacon, they are spiral rolled tortillas of all your favorite flavors!
Just a quick mix of the filling, spread on the tortillas, wrap and chill. Slice when ready to serve. Not only are they delicious but pretty to look at!
Mix things up and use a flavored tortilla like a spinach or chipotle flavored wrap.
Not just for parties, these delicious pinwheels are fun to pack in your kid’s lunchbox or take them in to the office when you need a protein packed lunch!
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Ingredients Needed
Tortillas – Large flour tortilla (burrito size). Try a flavored tortilla wrap if you like.
Cream cheese – Plain cream cheese, softened.
Seasoning – Ranch seasoning or a combination of dill, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add in a sprinkle of this chicken spice mix if you want more flavor.
Chicken – Use cooked chicken breast diced or shredded.
Cheese – Sharp cheddar cheese or your favorite.
Bacon – Cooked bacon roughly chopped.
Green onions - Sliced scallions or chives.
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How to Make Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels
First: Combine the cream cheese and ranch seasoning. Add in the chopped chicken and shredded cheese and mix.
Second: Lay out the three tortillas. Divide the cream cheese mixture between the three tortillas and spread into an even layer.
Third: Sprinkle each tortilla with ⅓ of the bacon pieces and green onions. Starting on one edge, roll tightly. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in the fridge.
Fourth: Chill for at least one hour. Remove plastic wrap and slice with a serrated knife. Serve!
For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
How long do chicken pinwheels last?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Place a paper towel in the container to absorb any excess moisture.
What do you eat with pinwheels?
I like to serve these chicken bacon ranch pinwheel sandwiches with potato chips, pita wedges and hummus, or french fries. Make it more healthy with some fresh fruit, soup, or a salad.
How do you wrap pinwheels?
- Start by making sure the spread is all the way to the edges of the tortilla.
- Next, sprinkle all the fillings over the tortilla, leaving 1/2 inch from the edge clear.
- Take one edge and start rolling. Be sure to roll as tightly as possible. Secure with toothpicks if you need to but the spread should help the tortilla to stick to itself.
- Wrap in plastic wrap to keep it from drying out.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
How do you keep pinwheels from getting soggy?
- Don’t use fillings that are high in water content.
- Be sure to use a spread to keep the tortilla from getting wet.
- Be sure to pat any excess water or oil off ingredients.
- Be sure to chill them for at least 30 minutes so they firm up.
Tapas Tips & Tricks
- Make sure your bacon is crispy before adding to the mixture. You might even need to crisp it again if you have previously cooked it.
- For best results, be sure to soften your cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing.
- I like to use leftover chicken breasts, shredded chicken, or pulled deli chicken like a rotisserie chicken.
- Wrap the pinwheels as tightly as possible.
- Chill before slicing to help them retain their shape.
- Use a sharp knife or a serrated knife when slicing.
- Wipe knife clean between cuts to avoid smearing the filling.
- Skip the bacon bits for this recipe!
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These chicken bacon ranch tortilla pinwheels are the ultimate party appetizer and will have your party guests wanting seconds!
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 large burrito size flour tortillas
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 2 cups cooked chicken chopped fine or shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 ounce bacon cooked and chopped
- 3 green onions sliced thin
Instructions
- Combine the cream cheese and ranch seasoning.
- Add in the chopped chicken and shredded cheese.
- Lay out the three tortillas.
- Divide the chicken mixture between the three tortillas and spread into an even layer.
- Sprinkle each tortilla with ⅓ of the bacon and green onions.
- Starting on one edge, roll tightly. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in the fridge.
- Chill for at least one hour.
- Remove plastic wrap and slice with a serrated knife.
- Serve!
Notes
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