Easy to make and perfect for game day or your next party, these Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels are the ultimate party appetizer! Rolled tortilla sandwiches, seasoned with cream cheese, bacon and salty olives then topped with cheese. These make-ahead rolled tortilla sandwiches are always a hit!
Next time try Cuban Sliders - these are super yummy and perfect for tailgating!
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Why you'll love this recipe
There are days when a good bowl of potato soup is all I'm looking for, but when you need a little more, these simple chicken bacon ranch roll ups are the perfect! They are a great snack, fun for party time and they are hearty enough to be lunch as well!
We love roll-ups! How about you? It's not often I get out of Costco without grabbing a package of them. BUT... why not make your own? They are so simple and you can customize the flavors as well. SO YUMMY!
These easy rolls ups are quick snack, perfect party appetizers and great to tuck into lunch boxes!
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- cooked boneless skinless chicken breast - this would also be great use for leftover rotisserie chicken. Deli meats or leftover turkey would be tasty and turn these into turkey bacon ranch pinwheels!
- room temperature cream cheese or mascarpone.
- bacon - cooked until crispy, then crumbled.
- mayonnaise (not pictured) - adds richness to the cheese spread .
- olives - for salty goodness.
- ranch seasoning - You can substitute with Italian seasoning mix or even seasoning salt.
- cheddar cheese - I always use thinly shredded cheese for rollups. It makes them easier to roll.
- large tortillas - flavored tortillas like spinach tortillas, whole grain tortillas - all would work for this recipe, just be sure to get the burrito size tortillas.
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Dice the leftover chicken.
- In a medium mixing bowl combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch and bacon bits. Mix until creamy.
- Split the cheese mixture between the three tortillas and thinly spread. Top with shredded cheese and olives.
- Tightly roll the tortillas. Wrap them in plastic wrap or cling wrap and refrigerate.
- Slice before serving.
Equipment
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An offset spatula works great for spreading the cheese mixture on the tortillas. If you use one for cake decorating, it can do double-duty here!
I love Uncle Dan's Ranch Dip Mix - it has a wonderful creamy ranch flavor!
Tips
- Be sure to leave the cream cheese out so it's nice and soft! It will be much easier to mix.
- Spread a thin even layer, spreading all the way to the edge of the tortilla.
- Use a serrated knife to slice the Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels. Rinsing or wiping the knife in-between each slice will keep the edges of the roll-ups clean.
- Slice the appetizer, using a sawing motion so they don't get flattened. Slice ends (those can be used for quality control! 😋)
- Be sure to chill the pinwheels - they will hold together better, plus the flavors develop and they will be even yummier!
Pro Tip - forgot to take the cream cheese out to soften? Remove it from the wrapper and place on microwave safe plate. Microwave on high at 10 second intervals until it's softened enough to mix!
FAQ's
Be sure to drain the olives well. Other than that, it won't be a problem. If you add wet ingredients like diced tomatoes, put a thin layer of spinach or lettuce between the wet layers.
Absolutely! They need to be chilled so making them a day in advance is a great idea!
Actually you can. As long as there isn't any fresh ingredients like spinach, tomatoes or lettuce they are freezable.
Storage
Store leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-5 days.
Well sealed, these sandwiches can be frozen up to three months.
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These little Cuban Sliders are great make-ahead sandwiches as well. Any meal you can hold in your hand works great for tailgating!
Asian Pork Sliders are another great easy appetizer for your next party!
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Roll Ups
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced chicken breast
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 6-8 slices bacon cooked until crispy & crumbled
- ½ cup mayonaise
- ¼ cup olives thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons ranch dip mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3-4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Dice the leftover chicken.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch and bacon bits until creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture on the tortillas. Top with diced chicken, shredded cheese and olives.
- Tightly roll the tortillas. Wrap them in plastic wrap or cling wrap and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight.
- Slice before serving.
Notes
- Be sure to spread the cheese mixture in a thin even layer. Spreading all the way to the edges.
- Use a serrated knife to slice the Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels. Rinsing or wiping the knife in-between each slice will keep the edges of the roll-ups clean.
- When you are ready to slice the rollups, start by removing the ends first. Then slice the appetizer. Use a sawing motion so they don't get flattened.
- Be sure to chill the pinwheels - they will hold together better, plus the flavors develop and they will be even yummier!
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