Save to Pinterest 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.
Save to Pinterest 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.
Save to Pinterest 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.