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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels: Easy Appetizer Recipe
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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels

These Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are a savory, creamy, and spicy appetizer that delights guests at any social gathering. By combining tender shredded chicken with a zesty cheese blend, this dish offers a bold flavor profile that is perfect for game nights or busy weeknight dinners. They are designed for simplicity and impact, ensuring a stress-free experience in the kitchen while providing a satisfying, customizable snack that holds its shape beautifully for a professional presentation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 20 servings
Course: LUNCH
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup hot wing sauce
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 4 ounces Colby Jack cheese, finely shredded
  • 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
  • 5 (10-inch) flour tortillas

Method
 

  1. Beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl on low speed until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add the hot wing sauce, blue cheese crumbles, shredded Colby-jack cheese, and chopped green onions to the bowl.
  3. Fold the shredded cooked chicken into the cheese mixture until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  4. Spread approximately one-quarter of the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the surface of each flour tortilla.
  5. Roll each tortilla up tightly to ensure the pinwheels remain secure.
  6. Wrap the rolled tortillas in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours to firm up the cream cheese base.
  7. Slice each roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels before serving.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth spread. Blue cheese crumbles can be substituted with feta if preferred. Using rotisserie chicken adds extra flavor. Chilling is essential for clean slicing.