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

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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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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 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.

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Chicken Pepita Mole

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