Finger foods are always a hit at parties and gatherings, and these Mexican chicken pinwheels with fiesta rotel are no exception. Not only are they delicious and easy to make, but they also add a touch of fiesta to any occasion. Packed with layers of flavor and a bit of spice, these pinwheels are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Let's dive into the recipe and learn how to make these tasty treats.
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Ingredients
For the Pinwheels
1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
1 canfiesta rotel, drained
1 cupshredded Mexican cheese blend
1/4 cupsour cream
1/4 cupchopped cilantro
1/2 teaspooncumin
1/2 teaspoonchili powder
1/4 teaspoongarlic powder
1/4 teaspoonsalt
1/4 teaspoonblack pepper
4 largetortillas
For the Dipping Sauce
1/2 cupsour cream
1/4 cupsalsa
1/4 teaspooncumin
1/4 teaspoonchili powder
1/4 teaspoongarlic powder
1/4 teaspoonsalt
1/4 teaspoonblack pepper
Now that you have all the ingredients, let's get started on making these delicious pinwheels.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, fiesta rotel, shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Make sure all the ingredients are well combined.
Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 2: Assemble the Pinwheels
Take out the bowl from the fridge and give the filling a quick stir.
Lay out a tortilla and spread about 1/4 of the filling evenly on top, leaving about an inch of space at the edges.
Carefully roll up the tortilla tightly, making sure the filling stays inside.
Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Step 3: Refrigerate and Cut the Pinwheels
Cover the rolled tortillas with plastic wrap and place them in the fridge for at least an hour.
When ready to serve, take out the tortillas and slice them into 1-inch pinwheels.
Place the pinwheels on a serving platter and enjoy!
Step 4: Prepare the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, salsa, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
Serve the dipping sauce alongside the pinwheels for an extra burst of flavor.
These Mexican chicken pinwheels with fiesta rotel are perfect for any occasion. They can be made ahead of time and are easy to transport, making them a great dish to bring to potlucks or parties. They are also a great option for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner. So go ahead and give them a try, and watch them disappear in no time!
