Southwest Chicken Pinwheels
These Southwest chicken pinwheels are a creamy, flavorful, and easy no-cook appetizer made with shredded chicken, cheese, beans, and taco seasoning. Rolled in soft tortillas and sliced into bite-sized pieces, they are perfect for parties, snacks, or make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken cooked and shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper diced
- 2 tbsp green onions sliced
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Add softened cream cheese and sour cream to a large bowl. Mix until completely smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
- Stir in taco seasoning and mix until evenly combined throughout the mixture.
- Add shredded chicken, shredded cheese, black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, and green onions. Fold everything together until the filling is thick and evenly mixed.
- Lay tortillas flat on a clean surface. Divide the filling evenly between them.
- Spread the filling across each tortilla in an even layer, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Roll each tortilla tightly into a log, keeping the shape firm and compact.
- Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Remove from the refrigerator, unwrap, and place on a cutting board.
- Slice into 1-inch pinwheels using a sharp knife, cleaning the blade as needed between cuts.
- Arrange on a serving plate and serve fresh.
Notes
- Chilling is important for clean slicing and best texture
- Adjust seasoning to match preferred spice level
- Can be made several hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator
- Best served chilled or slightly cool