Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels Recipe
Introduction
Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer perfect for game day or parties. Creamy, spicy, and cheesy, these bite-sized treats pack all the bold flavors of buffalo chicken in a convenient roll-up form.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 8 6-inch flour tortillas
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cheddar cheese, blue cheese crumbles (if using), and green onions until well combined and evenly blended.
- Step 2: Spread an even layer of the chicken mixture over each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Step 3: Starting from one edge, roll up each tortilla tightly into a log shape. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to firm up.
- Step 4: Remove the rolls from the fridge and slice into approximately 1-inch pinwheels.
- Step 5: Arrange on a serving platter and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Tips & Variations
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time on shredding the meat.
- For extra heat, add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the filling mixture.
- Substitute the flour tortillas with spinach or tomato basil tortillas for a colorful twist.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, replace buffalo sauce with barbecue sauce.
Storage
Store leftover pinwheels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best texture, consume within this time. Serve chilled or let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving. These pinwheels are not recommended for freezing due to the cream cheese filling.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I prepare Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels in advance?
Yes, preparing them 1-2 hours ahead allows the flavors to meld and makes slicing easier. You can store the rolled tortillas in the fridge until ready to slice and serve.
Can I make these pinwheels vegetarian?
You can swap the chicken for shredded cauliflower or chickpeas and adjust the seasoning to maintain a similar texture and flavor profile. Keep the buffalo sauce and cheeses for the authentic taste.
PrintBuffalo Chicken Pinwheels Recipe
Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer featuring a creamy buffalo chicken mixture spread on soft flour tortillas, rolled and sliced into bite-sized pinwheels. Perfect for game days or casual gatherings, these pinwheels combine spicy buffalo sauce, shredded chicken, and tangy cheeses for a crowd-pleasing snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings (1 pinwheel roll sliced into 6–8 pieces) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Buffalo Chicken Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- 3 green onions, sliced
Assembly
- 8 6-inch flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cooked shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, blue cheese crumbles (if using), and sliced green onions. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and evenly blended.
- Spread on tortillas: Lay each 6-inch flour tortilla flat and spread an even layer of the buffalo chicken mixture over it, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges to prevent spilling when rolling.
- Roll tightly: Starting from the bottom edge of each tortilla, roll up the tortilla tightly to form a log shape. Once rolled, place the pinwheels seam-side down and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours. This chilling step helps them set and makes slicing easier.
- Slice into pinwheels: Remove the rolled tortillas from the fridge and slice each roll into approximately 1-inch thick pinwheels using a sharp knife. Arrange them on a serving platter.
- Serve: Serve the buffalo chicken pinwheels chilled or at room temperature alongside ranch dressing or blue cheese dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add extra buffalo sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
- Blue cheese crumbles are optional but add a nice tangy contrast to the creamy buffalo chicken mixture.
- These pinwheels can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Substitute flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free version.
- Use cooked rotisserie chicken as a convenient shortcut.
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