Description
These Mouthwatering Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are the perfect party appetizer combining creamy buffalo sauce, shredded chicken, sharp cheddar, and ranch seasoning wrapped in soft tortillas. They are easy to prepare ahead of time, chilled until firm, and sliced into bite-sized pinwheels for a flavorful, spicy, and cheesy treat sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 6-8 tablespoons buffalo sauce
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
- 2 stalks green onion, sliced thinly
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
For Wrapping
- 4 large burrito-size tortillas
Optional Dip
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/8 cup buffalo sauce
Instructions
- Mix Creamy Base: In a stand mixer bowl or a large bowl with a hand mixer, combine the softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, and dry ranch seasoning. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
- Add Green Onions: Sprinkle in the sliced green onions and gently blend them evenly throughout the creamy mixture.
- Fold in Chicken: Carefully fold the shredded cooked chicken into the mixture using a wooden spoon, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- Prepare Tortillas: On a clean, dry cutting board, lay out one tortilla flat. Spread about one-quarter of the creamy filling evenly over the tortilla, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges free.
- Roll Tortillas: Tightly roll the tortilla into a log shape to keep the filling inside. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Wrap and Chill: Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down on a large piece of plastic wrap and tightly wrap each log. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the firmest results.
- Slice Pinwheels: When ready to serve, unwrap the chilled logs and cut them into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- Serve: Arrange the pinwheels beautifully on a serving tray. For an extra kick, mix ranch dressing and buffalo sauce as a dipping sauce and serve alongside.
Notes
- You can adjust the buffalo sauce amount to control the spice level.
- Chilling the pinwheel logs overnight helps them slice cleaner and hold their shape better.
- Use large burrito-size tortillas for easier rolling and to hold the filling well.
- These pinwheels can be prepared ahead of time, making them a great option for parties and gatherings.
- The optional dipping sauce adds a cool and creamy complement to the spicy pinwheels.
