Description
Savory Chicken Spinach Bacon and Cheese Pinwheels are a delightful twist on a classic appetizer. This mouthwatering combination of tender chicken, fresh spinach, crispy bacon, and melted cheese is wrapped in a flaky puff pastry shell, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped spinach, crumbled turkey bacon, shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Spread and Roll: Unfold the thawed puff pastry and spread the filling mixture evenly over it. Starting from one of the longer sides, roll the puff pastry tightly into a log.
- Slice and Bake: Slice the log into 1-inch thick pinwheels and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
These pinwheels can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Serve warm or at room temperature, and consider pairing with dipping sauces like ranch or marinara.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg