Description
These Southwest Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels are a fun and easy appetizer perfect for any gathering. With a creamy, zesty filling and a simple assembly process, they are a crowd-pleaser that even beginner cooks can master. Enjoy a stress-free culinary experience with this delightful recipe.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Neufchatel cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons light sour cream
- 10 ounce can RoTel Tomatoes, drained slightly
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon all-purpose seasoning salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 5 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2.25 ounce can chopped olives
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced (optional)
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 5 large burrito size flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a mixer, combine cream cheese, sour cream, diced tomatoes, garlic, and seasonings until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, chopped olives, diced jalapeno (if using), and shredded chicken until well combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the five tortillas, spreading it to within a half-inch border of the edge.
- Roll up each tortilla tightly.
- Wrap each rolled tortilla securely in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour, or until firm and ready to serve.
- Unwrap the chilled pinwheels and slice them into 2-inch pieces using a sharp knife.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, leave some seeds in the jalapeno.
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option for pre-cooked shredded chicken.
- Assorted flavored tortillas can add an extra dimension of flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American