Description
Chicken Mole is a traditional Mexican dish that offers a perfect harmony of rich, complex flavors. Tender chicken thighs are simmered in a luscious sauce made from chocolate, chilies, and spices, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. This recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for family dinners or special occasions, ensuring everyone at your table will savor every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 dried ancho or pasilla chilies, soaked and rehydrated
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Soak dried chilies in hot water for about 20 minutes until softened. Chop onions and mince garlic while they soak.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Drain the chilies, remove stems, and blend them with sautéed onions, garlic, cocoa powder, cumin, cinnamon, sugar, and chicken broth until smooth.
- In the same skillet, brown chicken thighs on both sides (about 3 minutes per side). They do not need to be fully cooked.
- Pour mole sauce over browned chicken thighs. Bring to a simmer; cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Serve the Chicken Mole with rice or tortillas to soak up the sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg