Description
A beloved staple in Mexican cuisine, Chicken Mole features tender chicken simmered in a rich, savory-sweet mole sauce with spices and dark chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, and cinnamon, stirring to blend.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the chicken breasts, cover, and cook for about 20-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Stir the dark chocolate into the sauce until it melts smoothly.
- Coat the chicken in the mole sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider using roasted tomatoes or a splash of orange juice. You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier result.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Mole, Mexican Cuisine, Comfort Food