Description
Savor this easy Chicken Mole recipe, featuring succulent chicken simmered in a rich, chocolate-infused sauce bursting with vibrant flavors. Perfect for any gathering or weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp sugar (brown or white)
- 2 tbsp peanut butter (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients: chop onions and mince garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sear chicken thighs until browned on both sides (about 5 minutes each).
- Remove chicken, then sauté onions in the same pan until translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, cocoa powder, cumin, cinnamon, and sugar; combine well.
- Return chicken to the skillet and pour in chicken broth. Cover and simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- If using peanut butter, stir it in before serving. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, allow the mole sauce to simmer longer. Experiment with dark chocolate or chili peppers if you prefer more heat.