Chicken Braised in Pumpkin Seed Mole Verde Recipe

Name: Chicken Braised in Pumpkin Seed Mole Verde
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shelled pumpkin seeds (Note: very important that these are shelled!); 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano; 1 onion, chopped; 1 bunch cilantro, stems and leaves; 2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic; 2 romaine lettuce leaves; 5 tomatillos, husked, washed coarsely chopped; Radish tops; 1 chicken cut into 8 pieces; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 1/2 cups chicken stock; Salt; Black pepper; Pinch cinnamon, optional; Cooked rice, as an accompaniment; Sliced radishes, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup shelled pumpkin seeds (Note: very important that these are shelled!)
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 onion, chopped
1 bunch cilantro, stems and leaves
2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic
2 romaine lettuce leaves
5 tomatillos, husked, washed coarsely chopped
Radish tops
1 chicken cut into 8 pieces
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
Salt
Black pepper
Pinch cinnamon, optional
Cooked rice, as an accompaniment
Sliced radishes, for garnish

1
In a large skillet over low heat, toast pumpkin seeds, cumin seeds, and oregano until fragrant and pumpkin seeds begin to pop, 6 to 7 minutes.
2
Reserve 2 tablespoons toasted seeds, and transfer the remaining seeds to a blender or spice grinder and process until finely ground.
3
Set aside.
4
In the bowl of a food processor, combine onion, cilantro, jalapenos, garlic, lettuce, tomatillos, and radish tops and puree until smooth.
5
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown chicken on all sides in vegetable oil over medium high heat, about 10 minutes, turning the pieces as they cook.
6
Transfer chicken to a platter.
7
Add the pureed vegetables to the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
8
Stir in chicken stock and ground seeds, and bring to a boil.
9
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
10
Season, to taste, with salt and pepper, and add the cinnamon, if desired.
11
Add the chicken pieces to the pan and return to a boil.
12
Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook, partially covered, until the chicken is cooked through and tender, about 40 minutes.
13
Serve over white rice with sliced radishes and reserved toasted pumpkin seeds.

420

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup shelled pumpkin seeds (Note: very important that these are shelled!), 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, 1 onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Braised in Pumpkin Seed Mole Verde falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Braised in Pumpkin Seed Mole Verde

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