Crispy Cheesy Crack Chicken Pinwheels
These crispy cheesy crack chicken pinwheels are a quick, savory snack featuring tender chicken, sharp cheddar, and creamy cream cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for any occasion, they deliver a crunchy, gooey, and addictive flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 pinwheels (about 8 servings) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or finely chopped
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (100 grams) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) bacon bits or cooked bacon crumbles (optional)
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons green onions, finely sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, shredded chicken, bacon bits, ranch seasoning, and sliced green onions. Mix well and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Lightly flour your surface and gently roll out each thawed puff pastry sheet into a 10×12 inch (25×30 cm) rectangle.
- Spread half of the chicken-cheese mixture evenly over one sheet of puff pastry, leaving a 1/2 inch (1 cm) border along the edges.
- Starting from the long edge, roll the pastry into a tight log. Pinch the seam to seal and tuck in the ends.
- Slice the log into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick rounds and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
- Repeat the spreading, rolling, and slicing with the second puff pastry sheet and remaining filling.
- Brush the tops of each pinwheel generously with melted butter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until pinwheels are puffed and golden brown, checking after 15 minutes to avoid burning.
- Let the pinwheels cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack or serving plate.
Notes
Keep cream cheese softened for smooth mixing. Don’t overfill to prevent bursting. Seal edges well and slice evenly. Brush with melted butter for golden crispiness. Watch oven carefully after 15 minutes to avoid burning. Chill puff pastry if too soft before rolling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pinwheels
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 18
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