Description

Crack Chicken Pinwheels are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer combining smoky turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, and natural sauces rolled in soft tortillas. This quick recipe delivers a smoky, cheesy, and tender bite perfect for snacks, parties, or family gatherings with customizable variations to suit your taste and dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

6 slices smoked turkey bacon
2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
1/2 cup plant-based cream cheese
1/4 cup natural mayonnaise
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 cup shredded plant-based cheese

Assembly Ingredients

4 large flour tortillas

Instructions

Prepare the Filling: Cook the smoked turkey bacon until crispy, then chop finely. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken breast, plant-based cream cheese, natural mayonnaise, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), chopped green onions, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and shredded plant-based cheese. Mix thoroughly until creamy and evenly blended.
Assemble the Pinwheels: Lay one large flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread a generous layer of the prepared filling evenly over the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll the tortilla tightly from one edge to the other, ensuring the filling is packed inside without spilling.
Chill and Slice: Wrap the rolled tortilla tightly in cling film or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the natural gelling agent in the cream cheese mixture to help set the pinwheel shape. After chilling, unwrap and slice into 1-inch thick pieces to reveal the swirl of filling inside.
Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the pinwheels on a platter, garnish with extra chopped green onions if desired, and serve immediately or keep chilled until ready to enjoy.

Notes

Use day-old cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken for easier shredding.
Chill the rolled tortillas before slicing to prevent filling from oozing out.
Spread filling evenly for neat swirls and balanced flavor in every bite.
Use fresh, soft tortillas to avoid cracking during rolling.
The pinwheels taste great cold or at room temperature and can be made ahead.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 pinwheels
Calories: 210
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Crack Chicken Pinwheels, appetizer, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, easy snack, family gathering, gluten free option, quick recipe