Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels | The Recipe Critic

These zesty Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are an easy snack or appetizer that everyone will devour! A creamy buffalo-flavored spread full of shredded chicken, seasonings, and cheeses all rolled inside of a soft tortilla. Slice into cute pinwheels and enjoy!

Ingredients to Make Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels

With a handful of simple ingredients, you can easily make these pinwheels. When all the flavors are combined, they create an explosion of flavor in every bite. My buffalo chicken dip is just as delicious! For exact measurements, scroll to the bottom of the post!

• Shredded Chicken: Pre-cooked shredded chicken like rotisserie chicken makes it easy!
• Cream Cheese: The base of the creamy buffalo mixture! Use softened cream cheese because it mixes the best.
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Adds a delicious cheesy texture!
• Buffalo Sauce: I used Frank’s hot sauce!
• Blue Cheese Crumbles: A classic cheese combination with buffalo flavors.
• Chopped Chives: I love how mild chives are, but feel free to use green onions!
• Garlic Powder and Onion Powder: The perfect seasonings to add depth and flavor.
• Salt and Black Pepper: Helps balance and enhance the flavors.
• Large Flour Tortillas: I recommend using large tortillas!
• Blue Cheese Dressing: Substitute ranch dressing for the blue cheese dressing if you prefer.

Let’s Make Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels!

These pinwheels are so easy to put together and rolling up the tortillas is the fun part! It’s a perfect finger food for after-school snacks, parties, and on-the-go fuel.

1. Combine: Add the cream cheese, cheddar, buffalo sauce, blue cheese, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a large bowl.
2. Mix: Use a hand mixer to beat until creamy and combined.
3. Stir in the Chicken: Stir in the shredded chicken by hand.
4. Spread: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on the tortillas.
5. Roll: Roll up the tortillas tightly.
6. Slice: Use a sharp knife to slice the tortillas into 1-inch thick pieces. Serve with blue cheese dressing or buffalo sauce on the side for dipping.

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