Green Chile Bites

This recipe captures the distinct flavor of Mexico in a delicious appetizer. The golden brown pastry brims with the mild, fire-roasted flavor of diced green chiles and the smooth texture of cream cheese.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 32

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package  refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
• 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened,cut in half
• 2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilies
• 1⁄3 cup milk
• 1  large egg
• 1 1⁄3 cups  dry breadcrumbs
• 1  package  taco seasoning mix
•  garnish with salsa

Directions

1. PREHEAT oven to 400° F.
2. Grease baking sheet.
3. SEPARATE dough into four 3 x 6-inch rectangles on cutting board; press seams closed.
4. Spread half block cream cheese onto each rectangle; top each rectangle with half can chiles.
5. Fold rectangles in half lengthwise; cut each into eight pieces.
6. COMBINE milk and egg in small bowl.
7. Combine breadcrumbs and seasoning mix in shallow dish.
8. Dip each bite into milk mixture; roll in breadcrumb mixture.
9. Place on prepared baking sheet.
10. BAKE for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
11. Serve with salsa.