These Skinny Chicken Taco Pinwheels are the perfect appetizer for any tailgating party! Make this lighter version for less calories with all the flavor!
Fall and football season is officially upon us and I don’t know about you all but I absolutely love tailgating and having fun gatherings with family and friends to watch the big game!
But one thing I don’t love is all the greasy tailgating food, which is why I’ve teamed up with Save-A-Lot today to share one of my favorite easy and healthy recipes- Skinny Chicken Taco Pinwheels! They’re the perfect light snack for tailgating, oh so delicious, and super simple to make.
Skinny Chicken Taco Pinwheels
These Skinny Chicken Taco Pinwheels are super delicious and packed full of flavor that you won’t be able to resist! Even better this no-fuss recipe is easy to whip together and will have you enjoying tailgating time with your family and friends in no time!
To make them, you need only a few simple ingredients including lean, boneless-skinless chicken breast, light cream cheese, green onions, diced tomatoes with jalapenos, shredded cheddar cheese, burrito sized flour tortillas, and taco seasoning.
I picked up all the ingredients I needed at the Lebanon Save-A-Lot location and I always love the great selection of both private and national brands that Save-A-Lot offers. I was especially impressed with their fresh produce and just had to pick up some fresh celery and carrots to pair with my Chicken Taco Pinwheels.
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For pairing with the fresh celery and carrots, I also picked up a packet of ranch seasoning and light sour cream for a healthier dip. It’s a nice way to add flavor when eating fresh veggies without going overboard on the calories! For serving, I put everything on an adorable football tray, which is the perfect touch to any game day party!
And now for the recipe! These pinwheels are so easy to put together and you truly do get the full flavor of chicken tacos in them! I mean is there anything better?!
For the shredded chicken used in this recipe, I seasoned the chicken breast with salt and pepper, drizzled lightly with olive oil, and threw in the crock pot for 3 hours on low. This gets the chicken nice and tender, and makes shredding a breeze!
PrintSkinny Chicken Taco Pinwheels
These Skinny Chicken Taco Pinwheels are the perfect appetizer for any tailgating party! Make this lighter version for less calories with all the flavor!
- Prep Time: 40
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 30 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 1 8 oz package light cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
- 1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning (light sodium preferred)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 (10-ocan diced tomatoes with green chilies (well drained)
- 1 cup green onions (thinly sliced)
- 5 burrito sized tortillas
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients until well blended.
- Spread about 1/3 cup of the mixture evenly over the entire surface of a tortilla, being careful to not overfill. Roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until firm. This will make them easier to cut.
- Carefully slice into 1/2 inch slices with a sharp knife.
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Hope you enjoyed today’s post and will give these delicious Skinny Chicken Taco Pinwheels a try for your next tailgating event! Be sure and pin the recipe for later and share with a friend that’d love it too!
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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Save-A-Lot. The opinions and text are all mine.
Thanks for stopping by!- Cara
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These look so good and so simple! I’ve never made pinwheels before, but I have a recent obsession with cream cheese so I’ll have to try these out. Do they keep in the refrigerator? There’s only the two of us, so I doubt we could eat them all. (doubtful, but possible) Thanks for sharing!
Thank-you! And yep they last in the refrigerator for 3-4 days after making them. If you’re just making for two you could also cut the recipe in half! 🙂
These look sososo good! Will definitely have to try them out at some point!
Thanks Erica! They’re delish and the perfect easy appetizer for game day!
I love buffalo chicken wing dip!
Me too! It’s so good!
Lovely post!
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Thank-you!
Ooh those look SO yummy! Anything mexican is always my favourite and I think I can make those dairy and gluten free.
Mine too! They’re so good!
Wow, those will make you popular at any party! So delicious looking!
Thanks girl! They’re pretty delish!
Those look totally delicious!!! I can’t wait to make them.
Thanks Taylor! Enjoy them! 🙂
mmmm these look/sound SO good! Such a yummy snack!!
Thanks Michelle! They’re a new fave of mine!
Oh this looks so yummy. I’ll have to pin this for later.
Thanks Jasmine! They’re the perfect party food!
Cara, you make some of the most scrumptious recipes I’ve seen! And these delicious skinny chicken taco pinwheels are no exception. They’re absolutely perfect for game day, movie nights and family gatherings. Yum!
Thanks Denay! They are truly so easy to make and yummy!
This looks delicious! I’ll have to pin it for later for sure.
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Thank-you! They’re so yummy!
These look really good! Saving this for later.
Thanks Crystal! Enjoy them!
These look delish! We love making chili dip for tailgating parties.
Thanks Brittany! That sounds yummy!
Buffalo wings is one of my favorites for tailgating, the hotter the better.
You’re braver than I am Kelly! haha But buffalo wings are amazing though!
I love these for carrying to friends houses to watch the game or when we have days to bring food at work, they taste awesome and travel well!
xoxo, SS
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Glad you love them too! They’re delish!
Yum! This looks delicious! This would also be great for weekday lunches!
Thanks Lauren! 🙂
These look so delicious!! I will definitely be giving these a try with the Kiddies . . .
Thanks Tiffany! Enjoy them! 🙂
Anytime I go to a party, I always bring pinwheels! Great recipe! I like that it’s a lighter version. Yum!
Gotta love how easy pinwheels are to make and they’re always a crowd favorite! Thank-you! 🙂
This is a great potluck snack! Yum!
It’s the perfect party food! 🙂
These looks super yummy, and great step by step pics too!!!
Thanks Thena! 🙂
I love football season and tailgating too! Can’t wait to try your pinwheels at our next get together! 🙂
Me too! It’s my favorite time of year! Enjoy them 🙂
These look super yum! Always great to find healthy options as well, and this seems pretty tasty too.
Thanks Isabelle! They’re so easy to make too! 🙂
This looks delicious, in a trying this recipe. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Anna!
Looks yummy. This is a great lunch idea for school.
Thanks! I hadn’t even thought of that but yes they’d be great for lunches!
These look delicious! I’ll definitely have to keep this recipe in mind for this season’s football parties!
Thanks Monica! They’re very yummy!
These sound so good! Plus they could make a great lunch option as well.
Thank-you! Yes, I found myself eating them for lunch several days after making them haha 😉
Yum! These look great! I love having healthier options to take to parties!
Thanks Brittany! I couldn’t agree more!
I need to make these!!! Mmmm so good!
Thanks Summer! They’re definitely great for parties!
You had me at the word “taco”! Hehe. This looks so yummy, definitely a great recipe for football season, thank you!
Haha I’m all about taco anything too! Thanks 🙂
These sound delish! Probably extra delicious because I’m hungry right now. ?
Haha, don’t you hate it when posts make you hungry?! 😉
That’s so neat!
I like to make pinwheels myself when I have a larger group of guests over. It’s perfect for appetizers. I have yet to try them with chicken.
Thanks! It’s always a great food for parties!
I haven’t had pinwheels in forever! This totally takes me back to my childhood! 🙂
Pinwheels are the best! 🙂
Great recipe. I like to cook the chicken in the crockpot too, I would make this a day ahead, refrigerate overnight if the game day is going to be super busy with friends coming over. Pinning so I can refer back to this one!
Thank-you! Yes refrigerating overnight is a great idea, plus I think it helps all the flavors to combine beautifully! 🙂
This recipe is awesome. I also shop at Save A Lot often so winning this would be pretty cool, too!
Thanks Kate! I love Save A Lot and how you can always find unique items there! 🙂
I disagree with you friend, traditional tailgating food is the best! Lol! But I guess I will have to try this lightened up version to give myself a healthier version of my normal go-tos because the football season is long and I need to be eating better!
Haha don’t get me wrong I love a good cheat meal every now and then, but when I overdo it with tailgating foods, I always feel really guilty and bad afterwards lol. Trying to be better about staying on track! 😉
these look so good, I’m going to have to try them for a get-together one day!
You totally should- they’re delish!
These look so delicious!
Thanks Chels! I love taco flavored anything haha
Yummy!! I love how easy this recipe is. This looks like a great mix of flavors and it can be adjusted to your own taste.
Thank-you! You definitely can adjust to your own personal preference and they’re so flavorful!
That looks delicious! It’ll be perfect school lunches too.
Thank-you! Oh that’s a good idea!
These look AMAZING! I am pinning this for later! Perfect party snack!
Thanks Megan! They’re definitely a new fall favorite of mine!
I like chili or hot wings for tailgating.
Yum! Both are great tailgating foods!
These look so tasty! I could eat tacos all day everyday, and pinwheels are always a favorite!
Beautifully Candid
Thank-you! I’m the same way with tacos! haha
Yum! These look delicious.
Thanks Lindsay! they’re the perfect appetizer!
I have made pinwheel snacks before, def a quick and easy app!
They’re my new go-to!
Yum! This would be the perfect thing for a birthday party or family get together.
Thanks! I agree and they’re so easy to make!
Ooh these look very yummy, and I’m glad they aren’t too bad for you!
-Lauren
Thank-you! I like that they’re a lighter snack too! 🙂
These look so good and so easy to make!
xo, Lily
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Thanks Lily! They’re so perfect for game day!
We love grilling sausage and kielbasa with onions and peppers. These make the best subs for tailgating.
That sounds delicious, Nancy! 🙂
these are the perfect sunday afternoon football food!! love it
I couldn’t agree more! Thank-you!
Ive never heard of save a lot. we def dont have that here. BUT I love this recipe. Always looking for new variations on tacos and i find pinwheels are a great thing to bring on a picnic or to to the beach.
Thank-you! They’re so good!
Love to try this looks yummy. Dad
They’re so good! thanks!
This looks like a great recipe for a party! Yum!
Thanks April! They’re delicious!
These look delicious! Cant wait to try them with my family!
Thank-you! Hope you enjoy them!
This looks super yummy…I would love a bite. I’ll try it soon, though the bill for those ingredients would be higher down here!!
Thank-you! They’re delish!
YUM! Definitely pinning! Will have to make these for this weekend’s games <3
Green Fashionista
So glad you enjoyed them this weekend! They’re so yummy! 🙂
Totally making these for our next game day party!
Hope you enjoy them!
Who doesnt love pinwheels. So easy to eat at little parties or gatherings.
They’re the perfect finger food! And these could totally be made vegetarian! 🙂
Yum! That looks really good! I need to try this at home!
Belle | One Awesome Momma
They’re so good, Belle! Thank-you!
These sound delicious and so perfect for a tailgate snack! I love that they’re skinny too, I always eat so bad starting this time of year so this is a great alternative! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
Thank-you! It can be so easy to over eat or over indulge during f-ball season, so that’s why I wanted to do something a little lighter. 🙂
Cara, these look so good! And I could even get my husband to gladly eat them! 🙂
Thanks & oh yay! He’s not a picky eater is he? 😉
i’ve made these before and they’re so tasty!!!
So glad you like them! They’re yummy! 🙂
What a yummy recipe- so perfect for football season. We love hosting friends for the games, so this would be awesome. Thanks for the great recipe!
Thank-you! I love that they’re so easy to make, so you can enjoy more of the game time with family and friends!
I would have to double the batch because these would be gone fast. Nice to have something else other than the BBQ and heavy stuff all the time.
Yes you could easily double it for larger parties! They’re so yummy! 🙂
What a fabulous combination of flavors! I’m going to make this on Saturday for our college football fun! Great recipe lady!
I mean who can resist the flavors of tacos?! haha hope you enjoyed them if you made them! 🙂