Taco Pinwheels
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Taco Pinwheels
Description
This recipe assembles large burrito-size tortillas spread with a mixture of cream cheese blended with taco seasoning and shredded cheddar cheese. Cooked shredded chicken is combined with diced red and green bell peppers and chopped cilantro for added texture and freshness. The tortillas are tightly rolled, chilled to firm up the filling, and then sliced into pinwheel-shaped pieces ready to serve.
The chilled pinwheels maintain their shape and offer a creamy yet textured bite from the cheese and vegetables. The mild seasoning provided by the taco seasoning complements the cheddar and chicken, making these suitable for casual gatherings or snacks. Serving with guacamole or salsa enhances the flavor with additional creaminess or brightness.
Ingredients
- 6 large tortillas burrito size
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup chicken cooked shredded
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- guacamole or salsa; for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, taco seasoning and cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Add the chicken, bell peppers and cilantro into the cream cheese mixture and stir until combined.
- Lay one of the tortillas flat on a cutting board and spread approximately 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture all over the tortilla.
- Roll up tightly.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas.
- Place the tortilla rolls on a plate and cover with plastic wrap. Chill for at least one hour or up to one day.
- Slice the tortilla rolls into 1 inch pinwheels and serve, with guacamole or salsa for dipping if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 244 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 244kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 377mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 125mg | 3% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 775IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 176mg | 18% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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