These Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are the ultimate game day food! A buttery crescent roll filled with buffalo chicken and melted cheese then dipped in blue cheese dressing!
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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels combine crescent rolls, buffalo chicken, and cheese into a delicious snack. These are hard to photograph but super yummy to eat!
You honestly can’t go wrong with that classic flavor combo, and everyone who has tried them agrees. They disappear quickly at tailgating parties or family gatherings.
They’re also super easy to make since I keep shredded buffalo chicken in my freezer for recipes like this. If you don’t have any on hand, I’ll show you how to make this perfect pinwheel recipe from scratch!
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
Ingredients:
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded (about 1 cup)
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tube crescent roll dough
In a medium bowl, combine all of the above ingredients except the crescent roll dough.
Unroll your crescent roll dough on a cutting board and pinch all the seams together so it’s one large rectangle.
Then spread the chicken mixture onto your dough.
Starting at the long end closest to you, start rolling it up like a jellyroll. If the seams start separating as you’re rolling, just pinch them back together as you go.
Then place the entire roll in the fridge for about 10 minutes. This will help it keep its shape better as it’s cooking.
In the meantime, you can preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper (or spray with nonstick cooking spray).
Once you remove it from the fridge, slice into 10 equal pieces using a sharp knife.
Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
And then bake for about 20 minutes until they’re golden brown and the dough is all cooked.
The cheese gets all crispy on the bottom and then stays gooey on top. The buffalo chicken gives it that bite that goes perfectly with dipping in blue cheese or ranch dressing.
They are so delicious party food and loved everywhere I take them! And while they’re best served hot, I’ve also had them after they’ve cooled off and they still taste amazing!
Buffalo chicken pinwheels are the perfect appetizer for any party, gathering and game day appetizers. This crescent roll appetizer is a simple recipe and easy to make, and everyone will love them! So be sure to give them a try next time you need a tasty snack.
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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
Ingredients
- 1 cup Shredded Chicken
- 1/4 cup Buffalo Sauce
- 1/4 tsp. Salt
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
- 1 tube Crescent Rolls
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, buffalo sauce, salt, garlic powder and cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Unroll crescent rolls onto a large cutting board. Pinch all the seams together to form a large rectangle.
- Spread the chicken mixture onto the crescent roll dough. Starting at the long end closest to you, start rolling up the dough like a jellyroll. If seams start separating, just pinch them back together as you go.
- Place log of crescent roll in the fridge for 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove crescent roll log from fridge and cut into 10 equal slices. Place each slide on the prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden and dough is cooked through.
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FAQs
What are Chicken Pinwheels?
Chicken pinwheels are a delicious and versatile appetizer made by spreading a filling, typically chicken and cheese, on a flat piece of dough, rolling it up, and slicing it into rounds.
These can be baked until golden and are often served as finger food at parties. Buffalo chicken pinwheels are a popular variation featuring a spicy buffalo sauce and creamy cheese mixture.
How Long to Smoke Chicken Legs?
Smoke chicken legs at 225°F for about 2 to 2.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For added flavor, marinate the legs beforehand and baste with your favorite barbecue sauce during the last 30 minutes of smoking.
This method ensures juicy, flavorful chicken legs with a delicious smoky taste.
How to Cook Chicken Pinwheels in Oven?
To cook chicken pinwheels in the oven, preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange the prepared pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the pastry is golden brown. These baked chicken pinwheels are a delicious appetizer or main dish, perfect for any occasion.
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