Description
Crack Chicken Pinwheels are easy-to-make appetizers featuring smoky turkey bacon and creamy plant-based cheeses rolled in soft large flour tortillas. Perfect for parties or casual dinners, these pinwheels offer a savory, flavorful bite with a satisfying crunchy and creamy texture combination.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup plant-based cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup plant-based shredded cheese
- 3 sliced green onions
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Assembly
- 4 large flour tortillas (or gluten-free tortillas)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Cook and chop the smoked turkey bacon until crispy. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked bacon, plant-based cream cheese, shredded cheese, sliced green onions, ranch seasoning (natural), garlic powder (natural), and black pepper. Mix well until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Lay out the tortillas: Place each large flour tortilla flat on your work surface. Spread a generous and even layer of the chicken and bacon filling over the surface of each tortilla, covering it all the way to the edges.
- Roll up the pinwheels: Starting from one edge, carefully roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape. Keep it snug so the filling stays secure inside when sliced.
- Chill before slicing: Wrap each rolled tortilla with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the pinwheels, making them easier to slice cleanly.
- Slice and serve: Using a sharp serrated knife, slice the chilled rolls into 1-inch thick rounds. Arrange on a serving plate and serve immediately or keep chilled until ready to eat.
Notes
- Use room temperature plant-based cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother filling.
- Don’t overfill the tortillas to prevent filling from spilling out.
- Refrigerate rolls before slicing to achieve neat, firm pinwheels.
- Use a serrated knife to slice cleanly without squishing the filling.
- Adjust ranch seasoning (natural) and spices to your taste preferences for a personalized flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pinwheels
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Crack Chicken Pinwheels, Easy Appetizers, Plant-Based Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Party Snacks, Gluten-Free Appetizers
