Best 14 Chicken Pinwheels Recipes

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Chicken pinwheels are a delightful and versatile appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with a combination of tender chicken, flavorful fillings, and a crispy outer layer, these pinwheels are sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your kitchen. Whether you're hosting a party, preparing a light meal, or simply looking for a creative way to use up leftover chicken, this article will guide you through the process of creating delicious chicken pinwheels that are both visually appealing and incredibly tasty.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN PESTO PINWHEELS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Pesto Pinwheels Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: puff pastry, pesto sauce, chicken, shredded parmesan cheese, kosher salt, eggs, fresh parsley

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 sheets puff pastry, thawed if frozen
⅔ cup pesto sauce
8 oz chicken, cooked, shredded
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
kosher salt, to taste
2 eggs, beaten
fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to a 9x12-inch (23x30 cm) rectangles.
  • Spread the pesto sauce over the sheets using a spatula or spoon. Top with the shredded chicken, Parmesan, and salt.
  • Starting from a short end, carefully roll up the puff pastry to form logs.
  • Slice the logs into ½-inch (1 cm) rounds and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing 1 inch (2 cm) apart. Brush with egg wash.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley, then serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 0 grams

CHICKEN HAM PINWHEELS



Chicken Ham Pinwheels image

These pretty pinwheels have been a part of our annual Christmas Eve appetizer buffet for many years. I love them because they can be made a day in advance and taste great alone or served with crackers. -Laura Mahaffey, Annapolis, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, divided
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 thin sliced deli ham
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Paprika
ORANGE SPREAD:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon orange juice

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Combine 1/8 teaspoon basil, salt, garlic salt and pepper; sprinkle over chicken. Top each with a ham slice. , Roll up jelly-roll style; place seam side down in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Cover and refrigerate., Meanwhile, for orange spread, in a small bowl combine the mayonnaise, orange zest, orange juice and remaining basil. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Cut chicken rolls into 1/2-in. slices. Serve with orange spread.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN QUESADILLA PINWHEELS



Chicken Quesadilla Pinwheels image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 18m

Yield 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 large 10 to 12-inch flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack
1 cup chipotle salsa
2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken meat, still warm from store or warmed in microwave

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a flour tortilla, blister it on 1 side then turn it over. Scatter cheese on top and cook 1 minute. Remove to cutting board. Top the tortilla with 1/4 cup salsa, spreading it gently with the back of a spoon back to edges. Top with 1/2 cup chicken, then roll tortilla into a log. Let stand a minute before cutting. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Cut pinwheels into 1/2-inch slices and arrange on platter.

CHICKEN ENCHILADA PINWHEELS



Chicken Enchilada Pinwheels image

Who doesn't love pinwheels as an appetizer? Packed with chicken enchilada flavor, these are no exception.

Provided by By Christy Denney

Categories     Appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 80

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
2 tablespoons Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
2 cups shredded chicken
1 (10-oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, well drained
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 green onions sliced
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
8 burrito sized tortillas

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients (except tortillas) until well blended.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup of the mixture over the entire surface of a tortilla. Roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Slice into 1/2 inch slices and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 80 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN AND HONEY MUSTARD PINWHEELS



Chicken and Honey Mustard Pinwheels image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 store-bought rotisserie chicken breasts, finely shredded to yield 2 cups meat
1 1/2 cups arugula, chopped
1 cup mascarpone, at room temperature (8 ounces)
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup whole grain mustard
Zest of 1 large lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 12-by-9-inch whole wheat or plain Lavash breads

Steps:

  • Mix the chicken, arugula, cheese, honey, mustard and lemon zest in a medium bowl until smooth. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the mixture in half and spread over the breads, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Starting at the longest edge, tightly roll up the breads like a jelly roll. Cut each sandwich into eight 1 1/2-inch-thick pieces using a serrated knife and serve.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PINWHEELS



Southwestern Chicken Pinwheels image

I wanted to make pinwheels for our annual Halloween party, but was in a "southwestern" mood, so I came up with this recipe. Everyone at the party enjoyed it - hope you do too!

Provided by Matt4197

Categories     Potluck

Time 55m

Yield 48 slices, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 large sun-dried tomato tortillas
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning
2 cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped fine
15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
2 -3 green onions, chopped
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup tex-mex cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese and taco seasoning until well blended.
  • Spread evenly onto the tortillas.
  • Next add the black beans, chicken, onions tomatoes and cheese in a thin layer over each tortilla - don't add too much of the toppings or else they will be hard to roll up.
  • Roll tightly in cling wrap and refrigerate for 8 hrs or overnight.
  • Slice into 1 inch slices and serve.
  • Note - it is easier to slice if you place them in the freezer for 1/2 hr or so first.
  • ** I only use about 1/2 - 3/4 of the can of beans, it all depends on how much you like them **.
  • ** I only use about 1/2 the package of taco seasoning as well as I find a full packet to be a little too salty **.

CHICKEN - CRANBERRY PINWHEELS



Chicken - Cranberry Pinwheels image

This is a special treat! We make many kinds of "roll ups" or "pinwheels", but this is our "dressed to impress" version! They make a beautiful presentation and they taste wonderful! We make these for parties and pot lucks! *** You can take away or add ingredients to taste.

Provided by Colleen Sowa

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 3h20m

Number Of Ingredients 19

SPREAD
12 oz cream cheese, room temperature
2 Tbsp dijon mustard
6 Tbsp sour cream
CHICKEN
1 or 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless (cooked, cooled and chopped small)
OTHER FILLINGS
5 green onions (minced)
1 - 1 1/2 c craisins (dried cranberries) (lightly chopped)
1 3/4 c feta cheese (crumbled)
1 3/4 c baby spinach (lightly chopped)
TORTILLAS
4 large tomato tortillas
4 large whole wheat tortillas
4 large spinach tortillas
OPTIONAL:
pecans (chopped), blue cheese (crumbled), shredded lettuce
cooked crumbled bacon
shaved ham and thinly sliced swiss cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the Spread ingredients together. Set aside.
  • 2. Cook the chicken, cool it, chop it up. Set it aside.
  • 3. Chop the onions, Craisins, and spinach. Set aside. Crumble the feta cheese. Set aside.
  • 4. Spread the Spread on each of the tortillas. Sprinkle some of each of the toppings on each of the tortillas.
  • 5. Very tightly (yet gently) roll up the tortillas. Snuggly wrap them with Seran Wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • 6. Remove from refrigerator. Remove Seran Wrap. Slice each tortilla roll into 10 - 12 sections. Lay them on a platter alternating colors of tortillas. Very pretty!

CHICKEN PINWHEELS TOPPED WITH MANGO SALSA AND SERVED WITH SAUTEED ASPARAGUS SPEARS AND BACON CRUMBLES



Chicken Pinwheels topped with Mango Salsa and served with Sauteed Asparagus Spears and Bacon crumbles image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 red pepper, thinly sliced
1 green pepper, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme leaves
1 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary leaves
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Olive oil, for sauteing
Mango salsa, recipe follows
Asparagus, recipe follows
1 mango, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 red onion, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon corn syrup
6 bacon strips
1 bunch asparagus spears
1 clove garlic, minced
Olive oil, for sauteing

Steps:

  • In a large pan, saute red peppers, green peppers, garlic, thyme, and rosemary until the vegetables begin to soften. Remove from the heat and allow to cool while you prepare the chicken. Pound the chicken breasts in between 2 pieces of plastic wrap until they are flattened. Place the sauteed vegetables in the center and roll the breast around them. Secure closed with a toothpick, if necessary.
  • Heat a large saute pan over medium heat. Add enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan and heat. Add the stuffed chicken and cook until all sides are browned and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Combine the mango, garlic, and the red onion and place in a medium-sized bowl. Add salt, lime juice, and corn syrup to the bowl and thoroughly combine. Serve the salsa over the sauteed chicken.
  • In a medium saute pan, cook the bacon until it is crisp. Drain and crumble the pieces into a bowl. In a separate pan, saute asparagus with garlic until the asparagus is tender. Add crumbled bacon on top of the spears.

BUFFALO CHICKEN PINWHEELS



Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels image

These appetizers can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead of time, then cover and refrigerate. Before serving, place the appetizers in a shallow pan and cover with foil. Heat at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes. I love this appetizer from Pillsbury.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
1/2 cup chopped cooked chicken, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (1 ounce)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Unroll dough and separate into 4 rectangles; firmly press perforations to seal.
  • In small bowl, mix chicken and hot pepper sauce until well coated. Spread 1 T cream cheese over each rectangle to within 1/4 inch of edges. Sprinkle evenly with chicken, blue cheese and chives.
  • Starting with one short side, roll up each rectangle; press edges to seal. With serrated knife, cut each roll into 6 slices; place cut side down on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 13 to 17 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Serve warm.
  • Serve with blue cheese dip and celery sticks, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.2, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 84.2, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 2.1

WALNUT CHICKEN PINWHEELS



Walnut Chicken Pinwheels image

Boneless chicken breasts rolled around a filling of fresh spinach leaves, garlic-herb cheese, roasted red peppers and chopped walnuts. Bake, chill, slice and serve cold for an easy, gourmet appetizer. Recipe compliments of Aloutte. Posted by request. Can be served hot as a main course.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Poultry

Time 35m

Yield 35 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved
12 -14 leaves fresh spinach
1 (6 1/2 ounce) package alouette spreadable cheese with garlic and herbs
5 ounces roasted red peppers, sliced (or 5 ounces pimiento slices)
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Pound chicken to about 1/4-inch thickness with flat side of meat mallet or chef's knife.
  • Cover each chicken piece with spinach leaves.
  • Spread each with Alouette.
  • Top with pepper slices and walnuts.
  • Carefully roll up each breast and secure with wooden toothpicks.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes until cooked through.
  • Chill, remove toothpicks, then slice into 1/2-inch rounds and serve cold.

EASY CHEESY CHICKEN TORTILLA PINWHEELS



Easy Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels image

These are great to take to a party because they're pretty and yummy! The chicken makes them a little more filling than the ones made with just cream cheese. You can make them a day or two ahead and take them unsliced if you like, finishing them up in your host's kitchen. Or you can slice them just before you leave and arrange...

Provided by Janice Bartholome

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 8 oz. pkg cream cheese, room temp.
1 12 oz. can(s) chicken, well-drained
1 4 oz. can(s) diced green chilies, well-drained
1 4 oz. can(s) black olives, well-drained, chopped
1 4 oz. jar(s) pimientos, well-drained (optional)
2 or 3 green onions, chopped, including tops (optional)
garlic salt (or regular) and pepper, to taste
5 or 6 10" flour tortillas, room temp. (thicker tortillas resist sogginess better)
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded (or whatever cheese you prefer)

Steps:

  • 1. Blend first four ingredients and half the pimientos together. Use a food processor to really make it easy, but don't over-process. Just pulse as you add each ingredient. Add the rest of the pimientos and the green onion and pulse a couple of times, but you want them to show-for some color-so don't overdo it. Season with garlic salt and/or salt and pepper. *The pimientos give the mixture a distinctive, slightly spicy flavor, so you might want to use less or substitute something else, like chopped tomatoes or red bell pepper, for color.
  • 2. Lay out a piece of Saran Wrap on a flat surface and put one tortilla in the middle. Put a scoop of the chicken mixture in the middle of the tortilla and spread it out pretty thinly, staying at least ½-inch away from the edge and 1-inch away from the edge farthest from you. Sprinkle lightly with shredded cheese. Roll the tortilla away from you, beginning by tucking the first edge in pretty small but then just roll firmly, not squeezing or getting it too tight. Avoid oozing. (Assume that your first tortilla will be for you and your helper to eat! ;-) By the second try, you'll have the hang of it!) Roll the tortilla into the piece of Saran Wrap and twist the ends of the wrap to keep it from drying out. When you've used all the filling, you and your helper get to lick the bowl! Then put your tortilla rolls in the refrigerator for AT LEAST two hours to get firm. (You can make these a day or two before and slice them right before the party.)
  • 3. When you're ready to serve, slice the tortilla rolls into bite-sized pinwheels, about 1" wide. Use a really sharp knife so you don't flatten the pinwheels. A serrated knife, like a bread knife, works best. The ends of the rolls will be ugly, so discard those. (Yeah, right! ;-), you know where to throw them, right?) arrange the pinwheels on a plate with a little fresh parsley or lettuce leaves before serving. Makes about 50 1" pinwheels. This recipe is really adaptable. Use ingredients you like or that you have on hand. Leave out the chicken and just use the cream cheese-really good! Or use ham instead of the chicken, or lay thin-sliced luncheon meat on top of the cream cheese. It's hard to mess them up.

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN WRAP PINWHEELS



Southwest Chicken Wrap Pinwheels image

This turned out very yummy! I used Mission brand Spinach and Jalapeno Cheese flavored wraps. This recipe is perfect for a pot luck, a picnic, or game day.

Provided by Carol Davis

Categories     Poultry Appetizers

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz pkg cream cheese, room temperature
3 Tbsp light sour cream
10 oz can(s) rotel tomatoes*, drained
1/2 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp seasoning salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
2 c shredded cheddar cheese (i used tillamook triple cheddar blend)
5 green onions, thinly sliced
4.25 oz can(s) chopped olives
1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
2 c cooked, shredded chicken
4-5 burrito size flour tortillas or wraps in assorted flavors

Steps:

  • 1. Using a mixer, combine cream cheese, sour cream, diced tomatoes, garlic, and seasonings.
  • 2. Using a spoon, stir in cheese, green onion, olives, jalapeno, and shredded chicken.
  • 3. Divide the mixture between the tortillas (I got four), spreading out evenly leaving about 1/2 inch border at the edge. Roll up tightly, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least one hour or until ready to serve.
  • 4. Remove from refrigerator and use a sharp knife to slice into 1-1/2" to 2" pieces.

CHICKEN-PROSCIUTTO PINWHEELS IN WINE SAUCE



Chicken-Prosciutto Pinwheels in Wine Sauce image

We host a large group for holiday meals, and these pinwheels always go over well alongside the regular dishes. I often double this recipe and use two 13x9-in. pans. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
6 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham
6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup Italian-style panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups Madeira wine

Steps:

  • Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness; layer with prosciutto and mozzarella. Roll up chicken from a short side; secure with toothpicks., Place eggs and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip chicken in eggs, then roll in crumbs to coat. Cut each chicken breast crosswise into 3 slices; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, cut side down. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove chicken from refrigerator; uncover and let stand while oven heats. In a small saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add shallot and garlic; cook and stir until tender, 1-2 minutes. Add wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1-1/2 cups. Pour over chicken., Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 30-35 minutes. Discard toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Fat 30g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 227mg cholesterol, Sodium 827mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 48g protein.

CHICKEN PINWHEELS



Chicken pinwheels image

Sometimes a recipe just hits you, like this one did. And you try it and well you say to your self...self...you did good. If you find yourself with two different sizes just start the bigger one a minute or two first. And don't let the butter scare you, the green vegetables you'll serve " I served broccoli and peppers "...

Provided by Irisa Raina 9

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 skinless boneless chicken breasts
2 or 3sd tablespoons honey mustard dressing " recipe on jap"
2 handfuls of fresh spinach " this will depend on how big or small the chicken is"
4 to 5 slices of swiss cheese
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 tablespoon fresh ground pepper
¾ cup self rising flour
1 tablespoon corn starch
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 tablespoon fresh ground pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter for frying " yes i said butter lol "

Steps:

  • 1. Pound the chicken thin between two slices of saran wrap, I happened to have two different size breasts but that really won't affect the cooking. Lay each breast on a piece of non stick foil " non stick side up ".
  • 2. Spoon the honey mustard dressing on each breast.
  • 3. Put the fresh spinach on top.
  • 4. Then top with the Swiss cheese.
  • 5. Roll the chicken jelly roll style and pull the foil as tight as you can, crimp the ends and put in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  • 6. WHEN YOU ARE READY TO COOK THE CHICKEN:
  • 7. Mix the flour & corn starch in a bowl.
  • 8. Season with the salt and pepper
  • 9. Dredge the chicken rolls in the flour mixture, shake off any excess and let it sit in the refrigerator " uncovered" for at least 30 minutes.
  • 10. Melt the butter.
  • 11. Fry the chicken covered until it is cooked and all beautiful browned.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are the best options for chicken pinwheels. They're easy to work with and cook evenly.
  • Pound the chicken thin: This will help the chicken cook evenly and make it easier to roll up.
  • Use a variety of fillings: Get creative with your fillings! Popular options include spinach, feta, sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, cream cheese, and ham.
  • Roll the chicken pinwheels tightly: This will help keep the filling inside and prevent the pinwheels from falling apart.
  • Cook the chicken pinwheels thoroughly: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).

Conclusion:

Chicken pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick weeknight meal. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there's a chicken pinwheel recipe for everyone. So next time you're looking for a fun and tasty dish to make, give chicken pinwheels a try!

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