Description
Chicken Mole is a delightful Mexican dish that features tender chicken enveloped in a rich, complex sauce made with chocolate and aromatic spices. This recipe brings warmth and joy to any dinner table, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings. With its vibrant flavors and inviting aroma, Chicken Mole offers an unforgettable culinary experience that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup smooth tomato sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts with minced garlic, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cocoa powder, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin, cinnamon, and oregano. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour mole sauce over the seared chicken in the skillet. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot with additional mole sauce drizzled on top and garnish with cilantro or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg