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Easy Chicken Taco Pinwheels

Easy ChickenTaco Pinwheels: Your New Favorite Party Appetizer


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  • Author: Amanda Thompson
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 36 pinwheels (approx.) 1x

Description

Taco Pinwheels are bite-sized tortilla roll-ups filled with a creamy, zesty chicken and cheese mixture. Perfect for parties, lunches, or snack time, they’re quick to prepare and bursting with bold taco flavors—no cooking required!


Ingredients

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  • 6 large burrito-size tortillas (about 25 cm diameter)

  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened

  • 2 tablespoons (14 g) taco seasoning

  • 1 cup (113 g) shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 cup (140 g) cooked shredded chicken

  • 1/2 cup (75 g) diced red bell pepper

  • 1/2 cup (75 g) diced green bell pepper

  • 1/4 cup (4 g) chopped cilantro

  • Guacamole or salsa, for serving


Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, taco seasoning, and cheddar cheese until smooth.

  2. Fold in shredded chicken, red and green peppers, and cilantro. Mix thoroughly.

  3. Spread about 1/3 cup of filling evenly onto each tortilla.

  4. Roll tightly, then place on a plate and cover with plastic wrap.

  5. Chill for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours).

  6. Slice each roll into 1-inch pinwheels and serve with salsa or guacamole.

Notes

Let cream cheese soften before mixing for best texture.

Use a serrated knife for clean, even slices.

Make vegetarian by replacing chicken with black beans or corn.

Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1 hour chill time)
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired