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Chicken Caesar Pinwheels

Delicious Chicken Caesar Pinwheels for Healthy Snacking

These Chicken Caesar Pinwheels are a delicious and convenient high-protein snack, perfect for potlucks and quick lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pinwheels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie or grilled chicken
  • 1/2 cup Caesar dressing low-fat version for lighter twist
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion leeks or scallions as alternatives
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese nutritional yeast as a dairy-free substitute
  • 4 slices cooked bacon turkey bacon for healthier option
  • 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce can substitute with spinach or kale
For the Wrap
  • 4 pieces burrito size flour tortillas whole wheat or spinach tortillas for added fiber

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • serrated knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, Caesar dressing, finely chopped red onion, grated Parmesan cheese, and crumbled bacon. Stir until well incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Lay out burrito-sized flour tortillas on a clean surface and spread the chicken mixture evenly among them.
  3. Sprinkle shredded romaine lettuce on top of the chicken mixture in each tortilla.
  4. Roll each tortilla tightly from one end to the other, then wrap in damp paper towels and refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
  5. Slice each rolled tortilla into pinwheels about 1 to 2 inches thick and serve on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Chicken Caesar Pinwheels can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. For longer storage, freeze wrapped pinwheels tightly.

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