Green Chile Pigs in a Blanket
- Prep20 min
- Cook20 min
- Total40 min
- Serves16
Easymedium heat
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper
- Whip cream cheese, Hatch New Mexico Green Chile Powder, and garlic powder together
- Mix in 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- Cut each crescent roll in half lengthwise
- On each half, place one slice of Roasted Hatch Green Chile, a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture, and a mini sausage
- Wrap the dough around the filling
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown
Made with Hatch New Mexico Green Chile Powder, grown by our family in the Hatch Valley for five generations.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you make green chile pigs in a blanket ahead of time?
Yes — assemble them up to a day ahead, cover, and refrigerate, then bake fresh when guests arrive. You can also freeze them unbaked: arrange on a tray to freeze, then transfer to a bag and bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes. They're best served warm from the oven.
How do you make pigs in a blanket gluten-free?
Skip the crescent rolls and bake the filling and sausages in a greased muffin tin instead — a trick our gluten-free friends asked for. Spoon the cream cheese and green chile mixture into each cup, nestle in a sausage, and bake until bubbly. You get all the flavor without the bread.
What cheese is best for pigs in a blanket?
A blend of grated cheddar and softened cream cheese works best here. The cream cheese binds the filling and keeps it creamy, while the cheddar adds sharp, melty flavor. Whip them together with garlic powder and a little Hatch green chile powder for a smooth, spreadable filling that wraps neatly with the sausage.
What green chile should I use for pigs in a blanket?
Roasted Hatch green chile strips are ideal — lay one slice in each crescent roll with the cheese and sausage. The roasting gives a smoky, medium heat that pairs beautifully with the buttery dough. A little Hatch green chile powder whipped into the cream cheese boosts the flavor even further.
