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 teaspoons cocoa powder unsweetened; 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground; 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried crushed; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 8 ounces tomato sauce can; 1/4 cup onions finely chopped; 3 each garlic cloves, minced; 1 pound chicken breasts halves, boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized strips; 4 ounces green chili peppers can, diced, drained; 1 x almonds toasted, sliced (optional); 1 x flour tortillas or hot cooked rice; 1 x tomatoes chopped (optional); 1 x lettuce shredded (optional); 1 x avocados sliced (optional)

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons cocoa powder unsweetened
1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
1/2 teaspoon oregano dried crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 ounces tomato sauce can
1/4 cup onions finely chopped
3 each garlic cloves, minced
1 pound chicken breasts halves, boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized strips
4 ounces green chili peppers can, diced, drained
1 x almonds toasted, sliced (optional)
1 x flour tortillas or hot cooked rice
1 x tomatoes chopped (optional)
1 x lettuce shredded (optional)
1 x avocados sliced (optional)

1
In a 1 1/2 quart microwave-safe casserole, combine cocoa powder, chili powder, cumin, oregano and salt.
2
Stir in tomato sauce, onion and garlic.
3
Micro-cook, covered, on 100% power (high) for 2 to 3 minutes or until mixture is bubbly around edges, stirring once.
4
Stir in chicken and chili peppers.
5
Cover; cook on high for 8 to 10 minutes (10 to 12 minutes for low-wattage ovens) or until chicken is tender and no longer pink inside, stirring every 3 minutes.
6
Garnish with almonds, if desired.
7
Serve with warm tortillas or hot cooked rice, tomato, lettuce and avocado, if desired.

578

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 teaspoons cocoa powder unsweetened, 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground, 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried crushed, 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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