Description
Succulent chicken taco pinwheels deliver a party-perfect appetizer that combines zesty Mexican flavors with creamy texture. Quick, portable bites pack bold spices and fresh ingredients into one delightful rolled snack you’ll crave at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
Herbs, Seasonings, and Vegetables:
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup diced green onions
- ¼ cup diced red bell pepper (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Whip cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning in a mixing bowl until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Fold shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, green onions, diced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Carefully lay out tortillas and smoothly distribute the zesty filling across each one, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow.
- Gently roll each tortilla into a tight cylinder, applying consistent pressure to maintain an even shape.
- Individually encase each rolled pinwheel in plastic wrap, creating a secure seal to maintain the shape and prevent drying.
- Refrigerate the wrapped pinwheels for a minimum of 60 minutes, allowing the filling to set and flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, remove plastic wrap and slice each pinwheel into bite-sized rounds, revealing the colorful and appetizing interior.
Notes
- Swap cream cheese for dairy-free alternatives like cashew cream for lactose-intolerant diets.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Chop ingredients finely to ensure even distribution and balanced flavor in each bite.
- Experiment with protein variations like shredded turkey or plant-based alternatives for diverse preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg