Our family loves a good wrap or pinwheel for an easy lunch or a light dinner, and this recipe for Low Carb Pesto Chicken Pinwheels is a surefire way to keep everyone happy and healthy. We're all about that warm, comforting food without any of the guilt, which is why these pinwheels are made with low carb tortillas. The origin of pinwheels can be traced back to various cultures, but at their heart, they're all about convenience and flavor. These particular pinwheels are filled with zesty pesto and tender chicken, making them perfect for anyone looking for a delicious, low-carb option that doesn't sacrifice taste.
These pinwheels are quite versatile and can be bolstered with a fresh green salad, or some sliced cucumbers and bell peppers for added crunch. If you're looking for a heartier meal, consider serving them with a side of roasted vegetables or a warm bowl of vegetable soup.
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Low Carb Pesto Chicken Pinwheels
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 low carb tortillas
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup spinach, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup spinach, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
1. Lay out the low carb tortillas on a clean, flat surface. Spread a thin layer of pesto sauce over each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent spillage.
2. Evenly distribute the shredded chicken breast on top of the pesto sauce.
3. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and chopped spinach over the chicken. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Carefully roll each tortilla tightly, starting from one end and working your way to the other, to create a wrapped cylinder.
5. Once rolled, slice each tortilla roll into 1-inch sections to create pinwheels. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
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6. Air fry at 400 degrees F for 7 mins or so. Serve!
Variations & Tips:
- If you have any picky eaters in the family, you can swap out ingredients based on their preferences. For example, you might want to use basil leaves instead of spinach, or try a different kind of cheese if mozzarella isn’t their favorite.
- For a little extra kick, mix a bit of crushed red pepper into the pesto sauce before spreading it on the tortillas.
- To keep it extra low carb, use homemade pesto made with fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil.
- These pinwheels can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the fridge, making them perfect for meal prep or for serving at gatherings.
- Don't hesitate to double up the recipe for larger families or for a second helping – they’re bound to go fast!
- For a little extra kick, mix a bit of crushed red pepper into the pesto sauce before spreading it on the tortillas.
- To keep it extra low carb, use homemade pesto made with fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil.
- These pinwheels can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the fridge, making them perfect for meal prep or for serving at gatherings.
- Don't hesitate to double up the recipe for larger families or for a second helping – they’re bound to go fast!