Mole Chicken Chili Recipe

Name: Mole Chicken Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil; 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 medium jalapeno chiles, seeded, chopped; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained; 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon unsweetened baking cocoa, chopped (may use 2 T, if desired); 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (coarse); 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; pumpkin seeds, roasted, salted & hulled, if desired; corn tortilla, soft, if desired

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon oil
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 medium jalapeno chiles, seeded, chopped
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon unsweetened baking cocoa, chopped (may use 2 T, if desired)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (coarse)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
pumpkin seeds, roasted, salted & hulled, if desired
corn tortilla, soft, if desired

1
In 4-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add chicken; cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned.
3
Add onion, bell pepper, garlic and jalapeno chiles; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
4
Stir in tomatoes, water, cocoa, chili powder, salt and cinnamon.
5
Heat to boiling.
6
Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center and chili is desired consistency.
7
Sprinkle individual servings with pepitas.
8
Serve with corn tortillas.

441

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon oil, 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mole Chicken Chili falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Mole Chicken Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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