Description
Creamy Chicken Pinwheels are the perfect blend of tender chicken, rich cream cheese, and fresh herbs rolled into a delightful bite. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy night in, these pinwheels pack a flavor punch that will keep everyone coming back for more. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, they’ll steal the spotlight at any event!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or chives), chopped
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop bell peppers and herbs finely; ensure chicken is cooked and shredded.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese with shredded chicken, spinach, bell peppers, garlic powder, and herbs until well blended.
- Spread an even layer of the chicken mixture over each tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Tightly roll each tortilla from one edge to another; repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Slice into bite-sized pinwheels and serve on a platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, swap chicken with turkey or incorporate additional veggies like roasted peppers. Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep option. Serve with dips such as ranch dressing or guacamole.