Cranberry Chicken Salad Pinwheel Sandwiches Recipe

Introduction

Cranberry Chicken Salad Pinwheel Sandwiches offer a delightful blend of creamy, tangy, and nutty flavors wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or light gatherings, these pinwheels are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 cups shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1/3 cup dried cranberries
• 4 sliced green onions
• 1/2 cup feta cheese
• 3 10-inch tortillas

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese, sour cream, and Dijon mustard until smooth and creamy.
2. Step 2: Add the shredded chicken, sliced almonds, dried cranberries, green onions, and feta cheese to the cream cheese mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.
3. Step 3: Lay a tortilla flat and spread about a third of the mixture evenly over it, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
4. Step 4: Carefully roll up the tortilla tightly to enclose the filling completely.
5. Step 5: Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for several hours to allow the filling to firm up.
6. Step 6: Remove the plastic wrap and slice the rolled tortillas into 1-inch pinwheel sandwiches using a serrated knife.

Tips & Variations

• For added crunch, toast the sliced almonds lightly before mixing them in.
• Swap feta cheese for goat cheese for a creamier texture and tangier flavor.
• Use whole wheat or spinach tortillas to add more color and nutrients.
• Include fresh herbs like parsley or tarragon for an extra layer of freshness.

Storage

Store the pinwheel sandwiches wrapped tightly in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best texture, slice them just before serving. Reheating is not recommended, as these sandwiches are best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use rotisserie chicken for this recipe?

Yes, rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut and works perfectly shredded in this recipe, adding convenience and flavor.

How far ahead can I prepare these pinwheels?

You can prepare and wrap the rolled tortillas up to a day in advance. Just keep them refrigerated and slice into pinwheels shortly before serving to maintain freshness.

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These Cranberry Chicken Salad Pinwheel Sandwiches are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. Combining creamy cream cheese and sour cream with tangy Dijon mustard, tender shredded chicken, crunchy almonds, sweet dried cranberries, fresh green onions, and crumbly feta cheese, rolled inside soft tortillas and chilled to perfection, they offer a flavorful bite that’s perfect for gatherings or light lunches.

• Author: reem
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes (assuming pre-cooked chicken)
• Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
• Yield: 12–15 pinwheel sandwiches 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Filling

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 cups shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1/3 cup dried cranberries
• 4 sliced green onions
• 1/2 cup feta cheese

Tortillas

• 3 10-inch tortillas

Instructions

1. Prepare the creamy base: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and Dijon mustard. Use a hand mixer to blend the ingredients until smooth and well-incorporated, creating a creamy and tangy base for the filling.
2. Add mix-ins: Fold in the shredded chicken, sliced almonds, dried cranberries, sliced green onions, and feta cheese gently into the creamy mixture until all ingredients are evenly distributed, ensuring a flavorful and textured filling.
3. Spread filling on tortillas: Lay one tortilla flat and evenly spread a generous layer of the chicken salad mixture onto it, leaving a ½ inch border along all edges to facilitate rolling.
4. Roll the tortillas: Carefully roll the tortilla tightly from one edge to the other, enclosing the filling securely to form a cylinder-shaped roll.
5. Chill the rolls: Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap and place them in the refrigerator for several hours. This chilling step firms up the filling, making the rolls easier to slice and enhancing their flavor.
6. Slice into pinwheels: Once chilled and firm, unwrap the tortillas and, using a serrated knife, slice each roll into approximately 1-inch thick pinwheel sandwiches, ready to serve as tasty finger food.

Notes

• For best texture, use cooked chicken that is shredded finely.
• Allowing the rolls to chill at least 2 hours or overnight helps them hold their shape better when sliced.
• Can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated in an airtight container.
• Substitute walnuts or pecans for almonds if preferred.
• Serve these pinwheels chilled for optimal flavor and texture.

Keywords: cranberry chicken salad, pinwheel sandwiches, appetizer, no-cook recipe, finger food, party snacks