Pollo Mole Poblano Recipe

Name: Pollo Mole Poblano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons new mexico chile powder (or your choice); 3 tablespoons sesame seeds; 3/4 cup almonds, slivered and blanched; 1 dry corn tortilla, crushed; 1/2 cup seedless raisin; 2 garlic cloves; 1/2 teaspoon anise seed; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 3 medium ripe tomatoes, peeled and quartered; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorn; 5 cups chicken stock; 1 1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, grated; 2 broiler chickens, halved

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons new mexico chile powder (or your choice)
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
3/4 cup almonds, slivered and blanched
1 dry corn tortilla, crushed
1/2 cup seedless raisin
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon anise seed
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
3 medium ripe tomatoes, peeled and quartered
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
5 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, grated
2 broiler chickens, halved

1
In a medium bowl place the red chile powder, sesame seeds, almonds, crushed tortilla, raisins, garlic, anise seeds, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, tomatoes, salt, peppercorns, and 2 cups of the chicken stock. Mix the ingredients together and pour them into a blender. Puree the mixture until it is a thick paste.
2
Place the other 3 cups of chicken stock in a medium large sauce pan and heat it. While stirring constantly, gradually add the blended paste. Bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat and add the chocolate. Simmer the sauce until the chocolate has melted and a thick gravy is formed.
3
In a large saucepan, half filled with boiling water, place the chicken. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer the chicken for 15 minutes. Broil the chicken 5-10 minutes on each side or until it is nicely browned. Serve it with the sauce.

964

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons new mexico chile powder (or your choice), 3 tablespoons sesame seeds, 3/4 cup almonds, slivered and blanched, 1 dry corn tortilla, crushed, and more.

Yes, Pollo Mole Poblano 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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Pollo Mole Poblano

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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