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Easy Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels

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These buffalo chicken pinwheels are a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for make-ahead parties. The spicy, creamy filling wrapped in soft tortillas makes for a delicious finger food that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • Optional: finely chopped celery
  • Optional: crumbled blue cheese

Instructions

  1. Shred the chicken using about 2 cups (about 300g) of cooked, shredded chicken.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 8 oz (226g) softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup (60 ml) buffalo sauce and 1/4 cup (60 ml) ranch dressing. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  3. Fold in the shredded chicken, 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese, and 2 tablespoons sliced green onions. Add chopped celery or blue cheese if using.
  4. Lay out 4 large flour tortillas and evenly spread the filling mixture over each one, leaving about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) around the edges clear.
  5. Roll each tortilla into a tight log, pressing firmly to keep the filling snug.
  6. Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for best flavor.
  7. Remove wraps from fridge and slice each log into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick pinwheels using a sharp knife. Arrange on a platter and optionally garnish with extra green onions or a drizzle of buffalo sauce.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth blending. Chill the rolled tortillas for at least 1 hour before slicing to keep pinwheels neat. Use a sharp knife and wipe clean between cuts. For gluten-free, substitute tortillas with gluten-free wraps or large lettuce leaves. For dairy-free, use dairy-free cream cheese and ranch alternatives. Optional baking at 350°F for 10 minutes before slicing creates warm, melty edges.

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