Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of creamy chicken, tangy cranberries, and crunchy pecans wrapped in flaky puff pastry. These Creamy Chicken Cranberry Pecan Pinwheels are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
– 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
– 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans
– 1 tbsp. fresh thyme, chopped
– 1/4 tsp. salt
– 1/8 tsp. black pepper
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. – In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, chicken, cranberries, pecans, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. – Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a 12×10-inch rectangle.
4. – Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border on one of the long sides.
5. – Starting from the long side with the filling, tightly roll up the puff pastry into a log.
6. – Slice the log into 1-inch thick pinwheels and place them on the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down.
7. – Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
8. – Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
– For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling.
– Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 22
- Category: Snacks & Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American