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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels

Creamy, spicy buffalo chicken rolled in tortillas and sliced into easy pinwheels—perfect for parties or snacks.
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened (1 package)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup Buffalo sauce plus more for dipping
  • 1/3 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 1 tablespoon chives chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1-2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • blue cheese dressing for dipping

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a hand mixer or a strong spoon.
  • Add the shredded cheddar, Buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbles, chopped chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cracked black pepper to the cream cheese and beat until well combined and creamy.
  • Fold in the shredded cooked chicken by hand until evenly distributed through the mixture.
  • Lay a flour tortilla flat and spread an even layer of the chicken mixture over the surface, leaving a small border at the edge; repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Tightly roll each tortilla into a log and refrigerate for 5–10 minutes to firm up for easier slicing (optional).
  • Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels and arrange on a serving platter.
  • Serve with blue cheese dressing and extra Buffalo sauce for dipping.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer or spoon
  • Rubber spatula
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Notes

  • Use rotisserie or leftover roasted chicken for convenience.
  • Soften cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • Chill rolls briefly before slicing for neater pinwheels.
  • Adjust Buffalo sauce to taste for spiciness.