Quick Chicken Mole Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken Mole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 2 chipotle peppers, roughly chopped; 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth; 2 tablespoons peanut butter; 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped; 1 (8 lb) roasting chickens, cut into 8 pieces; pepitas, for garnish (pumpkin seeds); white rice, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 chipotle peppers, roughly chopped
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 (8 lb) roasting chickens, cut into 8 pieces
pepitas, for garnish (pumpkin seeds)
white rice, for serving

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Heat oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add onion and saute until translucent.
3
Add garlic and spices and continue to saute to toast and develop flavor.
4
Add diced tomatoes, peppers, chipotles, broth, peanut butter, and chocolate.
5
Simmer for 10 minutes.
6
Strain and puree until smooth.
7
Place chicken skin side down and sear the chicken in a heavy bottomed hot saute pan over medium-high heat until browned on both sides.
8
Add to casserole dish, cover with sauce and braise in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
9
Garnish with pepitas and serve with rice.

426

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, 2 tablespoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Quick Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quick Chicken Mole

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Variations & substitutions

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