Chicken Pepita Mole Recipe

Name: Chicken Pepita Mole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 340 g chicken tenders; 7 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 3 tablespoons cajun spices; 3 tablespoons pepitas, finely ground; 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 (400 ml) diced tomatoes with juice; 30 g dark chocolate

Servings: persons

340 g chicken tenders
7 tablespoons grapeseed oil
3 tablespoons cajun spices
3 tablespoons pepitas, finely ground
2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 (400 ml) diced tomatoes with juice
30 g dark chocolate

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["In a bowl, combine cajun spice, finely ground pepitas and cracked black pepper; coat both sides of the chicken tenders ""well""; set aside.", "You will need to make sure to ""rub"" the spice into the chicken.", "Heat pan on medium low; add 4 tablespoons grapeseed oil.", "Add chicken for about 50 second each side; set aside on a paper towel to drain.", "NOTE The coated chicken WILL cook VERY quickly and is best to use caution to lower the heat than to have it burn.", "Lower heat to low; add to oil... chilli, cumin, cinnamon and any leftover combination mixture of cajun spice, ground pepitas and cracked black pepper; stir for about 3 - 4 minutes.", "NOTE The pan does ""smoke.", "If you have ANY concerns re your pan ""smoking"

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 340 g chicken tenders, 7 tablespoons grapeseed oil, 3 tablespoons cajun spices, 3 tablespoons pepitas, finely ground, and more.

Yes, Chicken Pepita Mole 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 Pepita Mole

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