Irresistibly Easy Chicken with Mole Sauce That Wows Every Time

Name: Irresistibly Easy Chicken with Mole Sauce That Wows Every Time
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 pieces Dried chili peppers (such as ancho, guajillo, or pasilla) (essential for building that signature smoky, spicy base.); 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder (adds a subtle chocolate richness.); 2 cups Tomatoes (provide natural sweetness and freshness.); 1 medium Onion (sautéed until golden for best flavor.); 3 cloves Garlic cloves (enhances aroma and warmth.); 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (complements the chilies beautifully.); 1 teaspoon Ground cumin (adds earthy undertones.); 2 cups Chicken broth (for a smooth, rich sauce texture.); 1/2 cup Peanuts or almonds (lends creaminess and subtle nuttiness.); 1 tablespoon Brown sugar or piloncillo (balances heat with sweetness.); 4 pieces Chicken thighs or breasts (thighs stay juicy under the mole sauce.); to taste Salt and pepper (simple seasoning.); 2 tablespoons Cooking oil (vegetable or olive oil) (for searing.); 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds (adds a delightful crunch.); 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro leaves (brightens every bite.)

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Savor the unforgettable flavors of Chicken with Mole Sauce, a comforting yet adventurous meal.

65 min

cook 45 min

Mexican

Ingredients

Instructions

How to Make Chicken with Mole Sauce

Toast dried chilies in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until fragrant and darkened.
Transfer toasted chilies to hot water, cover, and soak for 15 minutes until plump.
Heat oil in a skillet, cook onion and garlic until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Blend soaked chilies, sautéed veggies, tomatoes, nuts, cocoa powder, cinnamon, cumin, brown sugar, and chicken broth until smooth.
Return sauce to skillet, simmer gently on low for 20 minutes until thick and glossy.
Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in a hot pan for 3 minutes per side until golden.
Pour mole sauce over chicken, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Let chicken rest for 5 minutes off heat. Spoon extra mole over each piece and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Carbohydrate Content: 30 g
Protein Content: 30 g
Fat Content: 22 g
Saturated Fat Content: 5 g
Cholesterol Content: 90 mg
Sodium Content: 700 mg
Fiber Content: 5 g
Sugar Content: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 16 g

Irresistibly Easy Chicken with Mole Sauce That Wows Every Time

Ingredients

Instructions

How to Make Chicken with Mole Sauce

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