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A plate of golden-brown crack chicken pinwheels sliced to reveal creamy chicken filling, garnished with chopped herbs, arranged on a rustic wooden platter, with a blurred background featuring fresh ingredients and soft natural light.

Easy Crack Chicken Pinwheels Appetizer

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Creamy, cheesy chicken seasoned with ranch and cooked until tender, then rolled into tortillas and baked until crispy.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pinwheels

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 large tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese until well combined.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly over each tortilla.
  4. Roll up each tortilla tightly and cut into 1-inch slices.
  5. Place pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Brush with olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped green onions or cooked bacon bits before rolling.
  • Serve with dipping sauces like ranch or buffalo sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg