Mexican Chicken Pinwheels

These Mexican Chicken Pinwheels are a fantastic no-bake appetizer, perfect for parties, lunches, or a quick snack. They’re filled with a delicious mix of savory shredded chicken, creamy mayonnaise, and a surprising combination of crunchy almonds and sweet red grapes. The result is a unique, flavorful, and easy-to-make treat.

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Mexican Chicken Pinwheels

Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
Chicken breasts, boneless skinless, finely shredded 2
Mayonnaise ¾ cup
Green onions, thinly sliced 2
Dried minced onion 2 tablespoons
Garlic salt 1 teaspoon
Light brown sugar, packed 3 tablespoons
Thinly sliced red seedless grapes ½ cup
Sliced almonds ⅓ cup
Salt and pepper To taste
Burrito-sized flour tortillas 4

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, mix the ¾ cup mayonnaise and the 2 finely shredded chicken breasts until well combined. Add the 2 thinly sliced green onions, 2 tablespoons dried minced onion, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, 3 tablespoons light brown sugar, ½ cup thinly sliced red grapes, and ⅓ cup sliced almonds to the chicken mixture. Stir everything together until it’s fully combined. Taste the mixture and add salt and pepper if needed.
  2. Assemble the Pinwheels: Lay one of the burrito-sized tortillas on your work surface. Add about a quarter of the chicken salad mixture and spread it out evenly, leaving a ½-inch border around one of the long ends of the tortilla to prevent it from overflowing when you roll it. Roll the tortilla up tightly into a log. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and chicken salad mixture.
  3. Chill: Wrap each log tightly in plastic wrap. Tuck the ends of the plastic wrap underneath the logs to secure them. Place the wrapped logs in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. This step is crucial, as it allows the rolls to set and makes them much easier to slice.
  4. Slice & Serve: Remove the plastic wrap from the chilled logs. Using a serrated knife, cut each log into ½-inch thick slices. Serve the pinwheels and enjoy!

Cooking Notes:

  • Use soft, pliable tortillas so they roll easily without cracking.
  • Don’t overstuff your pinwheels, as this makes them tough to cut.
  • Make sure you wrap the logs tightly to help them hold their shape.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients like chopped apples, raisins, or different types of nuts to customize the flavor.

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