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Creamy Chicken Cranberry Pecan Pinwheels

These easy-to-make pinwheels are packed with flavor and perfect for appetizers, snacks, or light meals, featuring creamy chicken, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
  • 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup pecans (chopped and toasted, if you like!)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • Fresh greens (for an optional crunchy layer and color)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream cheese, cranberries, pecans, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix until everything is well combined.
  2. Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread about a cup of the chicken mixture evenly over the tortilla, leaving a little space at the edges to prevent overflow.
  3. Starting at one end, carefully roll the tortilla up tightly. Give it a little squeeze to help it hold its shape.
  4. Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled tortilla into pinwheels, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick. Place the slices on a serving platter.
  5. Repeat the process for the remaining tortillas.

Notes

For an even creamier texture, let the pinwheels chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before slicing. Toast the pecans in a skillet for a few minutes to enhance their flavor.