Buffalo Chicken Dip Pinwheels

Featured in: Comfort Classics

These buffalo chicken dip pinwheels combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, blue cheese, and spicy buffalo sauce wrapped in crisp wonton shells. Rolled tightly and baked to golden perfection, they make a flavorful appetizer ideal for game day or parties. The mix includes green onions and a hint of garlic powder to balance the heat, while an egg wash ensures a crispy finish. Easy to prepare and customizable with added spice or different chicken options.

Updated on Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:25:00 GMT
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A crispy, flavorful appetizer featuring spicy buffalo chicken dip rolled in wonton wrappers and baked to perfection. Perfect for parties and game day snacking.

The first time I made these Buffalo Chicken Dip Pinwheel Wontons, my family devoured every last one before halftime. The mix of tangy sauce and melty cheese wrapped in a crunchy shell is always a hit with friends and guests.

Ingredients

  • Chicken & Cheese Mixture: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, finely shredded; 120 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese; 1/3 cup buffalo wing sauce (more or less to taste); 2 tbsp ranch dressing; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Assembly: 24 square wonton wrappers; 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash); Cooking spray or oil, for baking

Instructions

Prepare Oven & Sheet:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Filling:
In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until creamy.
Fill & Shape Wontons:
Lay out wonton wrappers. Place about 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture along one edge and form a thin log.
Roll & Seal:
Roll each wrapper tightly into a pinwheel shape and brush the edges with beaten egg to seal.
Bake:
Arrange pinwheels seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush or spray tops with oil.
Crisp & Serve:
Bake for 16–18 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool slightly before serving with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing if desired.
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When we make these for family game days, everyone gathers in the kitchen waiting for the tray to come out of the oven. It's our go-to snack for celebrating big wins together.

Required Tools

Large mixing bowl, baking sheet, parchment paper, pastry brush, knife and cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains wheat, milk, and egg. May contain traces of soy depending on the wrapper brand. Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.

Nutritional Information

Each pinwheel provides 68 calories, 3.7 g fat, 5.4 g carbohydrates, and 3.7 g protein.

Spicy, cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip Pinwheel Wontons served with cool ranch dressing for dipping. Save to Pinterest
Spicy, cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip Pinwheel Wontons served with cool ranch dressing for dipping. | velvetthyme.com

Serve these hot for maximum flavor. They're always the first appetizer to disappear at our gatherings!

Recipe FAQs

What ingredients give the pinwheels their spicy flavor?

The spicy flavor comes primarily from buffalo wing sauce mixed with shredded chicken and complemented by the creamy cheeses.

How can I make these pinwheels crispier?

Brushing the wontons with egg wash before baking ensures a crispy and golden crust. Baking at the right temperature also helps crispiness.

Can these be prepared ahead of time?

Yes, the pinwheels can be assembled in advance and baked just before serving to maintain freshness and crunch.

Is there an alternative cooking method?

They can be cooked in an air fryer at 200°C (400°F) for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway for even crisping.

What can I serve with these pinwheels?

Extra ranch or blue cheese dressing pairs well for dipping, enhancing the creamy and spicy balance.

Can I adjust the spice level?

Yes, add cayenne pepper or increase buffalo wing sauce quantity to boost the heat according to taste.

Buffalo Chicken Dip Pinwheels

Crispy pinwheels with spicy buffalo chicken and creamy cheeses, ideal for flavorful gatherings.

Prep time
20 min
Time for cooking
18 min
Total process time
38 min
Created by Velvet Thyme Eleanor Hayes

Recipe category Comfort Classics

Skill level Easy

Cuisine type American

Yield amount 24 Number of servings

Dietary details None specified

List of ingredients

Chicken & Cheese Mixture

01 2 cups cooked chicken breast, finely shredded
02 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
05 1/3 cup buffalo wing sauce
06 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
07 2 green onions, thinly sliced
08 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Assembly

01 24 square wonton wrappers
02 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
03 Cooking spray or oil, for baking

How to make it

Step 01

Preheat oven: Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Prepare chicken mixture: In a large bowl, blend the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 03

Fill wonton wrappers: Arrange wonton wrappers on a clean surface and place approximately 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture near one edge of each wrapper, spreading into a thin log.

Step 04

Roll pinwheels: Roll each wrapper tightly into a pinwheel shape, then seal edges with beaten egg.

Step 05

Arrange on baking sheet: Place pinwheels seam-side down on the baking sheet and lightly brush or spray with oil.

Step 06

Bake: Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until the pinwheels are golden and crisp.

Step 07

Cool and serve: Allow to cool briefly before serving, optionally with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Essential tools

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Knife and cutting board

Allergy warnings

Be sure to carefully review every ingredient for allergens and seek expert advice as needed.
  • Contains wheat (wonton wrappers), milk (cheeses, ranch dressing), and egg. Possible soy traces depending on wrapper brand.

Nutrition details per serving

Details here are meant for guidance. Please contact health professionals for medical advice.
  • Calorie count: 68
  • Fat content: 3.7 g
  • Carbohydrate: 5.4 g
  • Protein amount: 3.7 g