Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels are a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring creamy ranch-seasoned cream cheese mixed with tender cooked chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar jack cheese, all rolled up in soft burrito-sized tortillas. These bite-sized pinwheels are perfect for parties, game day, or any casual gathering.
Ingredients
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Pinwheel Filling
- 2 cups diced cooked chicken
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 8 ounces cooked and diced thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Wrap
- 2-3 burrito-size tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Base: In a large bowl, combine the 8-ounce package of cream cheese and 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning. Mix until the ranch seasoning is evenly incorporated into the cream cheese, creating a smooth and flavorful base for the filling.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the 2 cups of diced cooked chicken, 8 ounces of cooked and diced thick-cut bacon, 1 cup of shredded cheddar jack cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined to form the pinwheel filling.
- Spread the Filling on Tortillas: Lay out 2-3 burrito-sized tortillas on a flat surface. Spread a generous layer of the filling mixture evenly over each tortilla, about ¼ to ½ inch thick, ensuring full coverage to the edges for easy rolling.
- Roll the Tortillas: Starting from one edge, tightly roll each tortilla into a cylinder shape without squeezing out the filling, keeping the roll firm for neat pinwheels.
- Chill the Rolls: Place the rolled tortillas seam side down on a plate or tray, then refrigerate for 10 minutes. Chilling helps to firm up the rolls, making them easier to slice.
- Slice and Serve: Remove rolls from the fridge and carefully turn them seam side down. Using a sharp knife, cut each roll into approximately 1-inch thick pinwheels. Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately or keep chilled until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bacon for a more substantial texture and smoky flavor.
- Chilling the rolls before slicing helps prevent the pinwheels from falling apart.
- These pinwheels can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated until serving.
- For a spicy kick, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the filling.
- If preferred, substitute the ranch seasoning with your favorite herb blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
