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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels

Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are a spicy, creamy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer bursting with bold buffalo flavor. These bite-sized treats combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, cheddar, and green onions rolled in soft tortillas, chilled, and sliced for easy serving. Perfect for game day, parties, or any gathering, they deliver a delicious mix of heat and tang with an irresistible creamy texture.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 4 ounces cold cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 4 large flour tortillas

Optional for Serving

  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Buffalo Chicken Filling: In a bowl, thoroughly mix shredded cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, and softened cream cheese until creamy and evenly coated. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions to add flavor and texture.
  2. Spread the Filling on Tortillas: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread a generous, even layer of the buffalo chicken mixture over each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent filling from oozing out when rolled.
  3. Roll and Chill: Carefully roll each tortilla tightly but gently from one side to the other, keeping the filling intact. Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the filling for easier slicing.
  4. Slice into Pinwheels: After chilling, unwrap the rolls and use a sharp knife to slice them into 1-inch thick rounds. Aim for neat, uniform pinwheels that show the attractive swirls of buffalo chicken filling.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the pinwheels on a serving platter. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley, chives, or extra shredded cheese, and serve alongside ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

Notes

  • Use cold cream cheese to prevent the mixture from becoming too runny and to help it bind better.
  • Shred the chicken finely for even flavor distribution and improved texture.
  • Roll the tortillas tightly to keep the filling secure and prevent pinwheels from falling apart.
  • Chill the rolls before slicing to achieve clean, uniform pinwheel slices without squishing.
  • Serve the pinwheels chilled or at room temperature; chilling enhances flavor melding and makes handling easier.

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Keywords: Buffalo Chicken, Appetizer, Pinwheels, Spicy, Creamy, Party Food, Game Day Snack, Crowd Pleaser

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