Avocado Chicken Bacon Pinwheels (Printable Version)

Soft tortillas filled with avocado, juicy chicken, and bacon make a savory, protein-rich snack for any time.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or finely diced
02 - 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dairy

06 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

→ Pantry

07 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch; substitute gluten-free tortillas if needed)
08 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Mash the diced avocado in a medium bowl with lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until mostly smooth.
02 - Blend in softened cream cheese until the mixture forms a creamy consistency.
03 - Add shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, chopped red onion, and cilantro to the avocado mixture; fold gently to integrate ingredients evenly.
04 - Arrange tortillas on a clean surface and evenly spread one-fourth of the filling over each, maintaining a 1-inch margin at the edges.
05 - Roll up each tortilla tightly to enclose the filling.
06 - Wrap the rolled tortillas individually with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to set.
07 - Slice each chilled roll into 1-inch pieces; arrange pinwheels on a platter and serve cold or at room temperature.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Packed with protein and flavor
  • Easy to make ahead for parties or busy lunches
02 -
  • Use gluten free tortillas for a celiac friendly option
  • Make ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before serving
03 -
  • Add chopped jalapeños or dash of hot sauce for extra flavor
  • Swap chicken for turkey or grilled tofu for vegetarian option: omit bacon