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Crack Chicken Pinwheels sliced and arranged on a white serving platter with fresh parsley garnish

Crack Chicken Pinwheels

Creamy, cheesy Crack Chicken Pinwheels made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, cheddar, and crispy bacon rolled in flour tortillas and sliced into perfect party bites. No baking required.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 portions
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie chicken recommended, fully cooled
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened at room temperature for at least 30 minutes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp cheddar preferred for strongest flavor
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Hidden Valley Original recommended
  • 0.5 cup cooked bacon crumbled, cooked until extra crispy
  • 0.25 cup green onions chopped
  • 4 large flour tortillas burrito-size for tightest roll
  • fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sharp serrated knife
  • Plastic wrap
  • Offset spatula or large spoon

Method
 

  1. Shred your fully cooled cooked chicken into small, even pieces. Rotisserie chicken works best for easy shredding and extra flavor.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning mix, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions. Stir until smooth, fully combined, and creamy with no cream cheese streaks remaining.
  3. Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread an even layer of filling across the entire tortilla using the back of a spoon or offset spatula, leaving about half an inch border at the edges.
  4. Starting from one end, roll the tortilla tightly and evenly. Press gently as you roll to keep the filling compact and prevent gaps.
  5. Wrap the completed roll snugly in plastic wrap. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Refrigerate all rolls for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1 hour, until firm.
  6. Once chilled, use a sharp serrated knife to slice each roll into 1-inch pinwheels. Wipe the blade clean between cuts for the neatest slices.
  7. Arrange on a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve cold or at room temperature with ranch dipping sauce on the side.

Notes

Make up to 24 hours ahead. Keep rolls whole and wrapped in plastic wrap until ready to slice. Freezing is not recommended due to cream cheese texture changes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.