Buffalo Chicken Cream Cheese Pinwheel (Print Version)

Chicken, cream cheese, and Buffalo sauce rolled in tortillas for bold appetizer pinwheels perfect for sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Filling

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, finely shredded
02 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce
04 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
06 - 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
07 - 1/4 cup finely diced celery
08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Assembly

11 - 4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas

# How To Make:

01 - Combine shredded chicken breast, softened cream cheese, Buffalo wing sauce, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, green onions, celery, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until the filling is creamy and uniformly blended.
02 - Arrange one flour tortilla flat on a cutting board. Spread one fourth of the prepared filling evenly over the surface, leaving a 1/2-inch margin around the perimeter.
03 - Carefully roll the tortilla tightly from one end to the other to secure the filling. Repeat this process with each remaining tortilla and filling.
04 - Wrap each rolled tortilla securely in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for a minimum of one hour to allow the rolls to firm up.
05 - Unwrap chilled tortillas. Using a sharp knife, cut each roll into six evenly sized pinwheels.
06 - Place the pinwheels on a serving platter and serve cold or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They pack a punch of flavor while staying cool and creamy, so you get that spicy Buffalo kick without overwhelming heat.
  • The pinwheel shape is fun, easy to grab, and always disappears fast—a definite favorite at casual parties.
02 -
  • If you rush the chilling step, the pinwheels will be too soft and messy to slice cleanly.
  • Using rotisserie chicken speeds things up and adds an extra savory depth—just remember to shred it well.
03 -
  • Letting the pinwheels chill fully before slicing makes your swirls tidy and your platter picture-perfect.
  • Mix the filling gently to prevent the cheeses from breaking down too much—a creamy blend is key.
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