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Crack Chicken Pinwheels

Crack Chicken Pinwheels

These Crack Chicken Pinwheels are the ultimate game-day snack, combining the irresistible flavors of ranch, bacon, and cheddar in one easy bite. Whether you are hosting a football party or looking for a simple lunch, these creamy and savory rolls are guaranteed to be a hit with guests of all ages.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 40 pinwheels
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package cream cheese 8-oz, softened
  • 1.5 tablespoons ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoons milk plus more if needed
  • 0.75 cup chopped cooked bacon
  • 1 cup cooked chopped chicken
  • 5 large burrito-sized tortillas 10-inch

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Serrated Knife

Method
 

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the ranch dressing powder, shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tablespoon of milk, chopped bacon, and chopped chicken. Stir until the mixture is well combined. If the mixture feels too stiff to spread, add an additional tablespoon of milk.
    1 package cream cheese, 1.5 tablespoons ranch dressing mix, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tablespoons milk, 0.75 cup chopped cooked bacon, 1 cup cooked chopped chicken
  2. Lay a tortilla flat on a clean work surface. Spread approximately 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture evenly across the surface, reaching close to the edges.
    5 large burrito-sized tortillas
  3. Roll the tortilla up gently but tightly. This ensures the filling stays in place and the pinwheels maintain their circular shape when sliced.
  4. Place the rolled tortillas in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This chilling period allows the cream cheese to firm up, making the slicing process much easier.
  5. Once chilled, use a sharp serrated knife to trim off the uneven ends of the tortilla rolls. Slice the remaining roll into 1-inch thick pieces and serve immediately.

Notes

To make these Crack Chicken Pinwheels even faster, use a store-bought rotisserie chicken and high-quality precooked bacon bits.For the cleanest slices, always use a sharp serrated knife and a gentle sawing motion so you do not squish the tortillas or force the filling out the sides.If you are looking for a lighter version, you can easily substitute low-fat cream cheese, turkey bacon, and whole-wheat tortillas.Always ensure your cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps in your filling.