Get ready to be the star of your next party with these mouthwatering Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels that combine the bold kick of buffalo sauce with creamy, cheesy goodness! These crowd-pleasing appetizers are not just a snack – they're a flavor explosion that will have your guests begging for the recipe. In just 25 minutes, you can transform simple ingredients into a show-stopping dish that looks professionally prepared but is surprisingly easy to make.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 pinwheels
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large tortillas
Instructions
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature, especially the cream cheese to make it easily spreadable.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and create a uniform mixture.
- Lay out the large tortillas on a clean, flat surface. Using a spatula or the back of a spoon, spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly across each tortilla, leaving a small border of about 1/2 inch around the edges.
- Starting from one edge, tightly roll each tortilla into a compact log, ensuring the filling is evenly distributed and the roll is firm.
- Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to help them set and make cutting easier.
- Remove from refrigerator and use a sharp knife to slice each roll into 2-3 inch pinwheel sections.
- Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter. For best presentation, place them cut-side up to showcase the colorful filling.
- Optional: Garnish with additional buffalo sauce, chopped green onions, or blue cheese crumbles before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as an appetizer or party snack.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients, especially cream cheese, are at room temperature for smooth mixing and easy spreading.
- Even Distribution is Key: Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly, leaving a small border to prevent overflow when rolling.
- Chill for Perfect Slices: Refrigerating the rolled tortillas for 15-30 minutes helps them set and makes cutting clean, uniform pinwheels much easier.
- Sharp Knife Technique: Use a very sharp knife and a gentle sawing motion to slice pinwheels without squishing the filling.
- Customize Your Flavor: Experiment with different cheese blends or add a sprinkle of ranch seasoning for extra depth.
- Make Ahead Friendly: These pinwheels can be prepared a day in advance and kept refrigerated until serving, making them perfect for party prep!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 156kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 34mg
