Here’s a fun, crowd-favorite recipe for Crack Chicken Pinwheels 🌀—creamy, savory, and perfect for parties or meal prep.
Crack Chicken Pinwheels
Ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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¼ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
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2–3 tbsp ranch seasoning or ranch dressing
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2 tbsp green onions or chives, finely sliced
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4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
Optional add-ins: mozzarella, diced jalapeños, or a pinch of garlic powder
Instructions
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Mix filling:
In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, ranch, and green onions until smooth. Fold in chicken. -
Assemble:
Spread an even layer of filling over each tortilla, leaving a small border. -
Roll & chill:
Roll tortillas tightly into logs. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes (this helps clean slicing). -
Slice:
Cut into 1-inch pinwheels using a sharp knife.
Serving Tips
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Serve cold or at room temperature.
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Pair with ranch, honey mustard, or buffalo dip.
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Great for game day, potlucks, or lunchboxes.
Variations
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Buffalo Crack Chicken: add hot sauce
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BBQ Crack Chicken: swap ranch for BBQ seasoning
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Low-carb: use low-carb tortillas or wrap in lettuce
Want these baked, air-fried, or made ahead and frozen?