When you need a quick, crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer, these Mexican Chicken Pinwheels are the answer. Creamy, savory, a little sweet, and full of crunch, they combine shredded chicken with mayo, grapes, and almonds for a flavor combo that’s both unique and addictive. Rolled up in soft tortillas and chilled until firm, they slice into perfect bite-sized rounds that are ideal for parties, lunches, or anytime you want a no-fuss treat.
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:
Prepare the Filling:
In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken and mayonnaise. Stir in green onions, dried minced onion, garlic salt, brown sugar, grapes, and almonds. Mix until everything is evenly combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
Assemble the Pinwheels:
Lay a tortilla flat on your work surface. Spread about a quarter of the chicken salad mixture evenly over it, leaving about ½ inch of space at one end to prevent overflow. Roll tightly into a log. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
Chill:
Wrap each log tightly in plastic wrap, tucking in the ends to secure. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible, so the rolls firm up and are easier to slice.
Slice & Serve:
Unwrap the chilled logs and slice them into ½-inch rounds with a serrated knife. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.
Cooking Notes:
- Use soft tortillas to prevent cracking while rolling.
- Don’t overstuff—too much filling makes them hard to slice.
- Wrapping tightly ensures the rolls hold their shape.
- Customize with extras like raisins, apples, or different nuts for fun flavor twists.
These Mexican Chicken Pinwheels are creamy, crunchy, and totally addictive—the kind of finger food that disappears in minutes at any gathering!