Description
Experience the rich, complex flavors of this Chicken Mole Recipe, where tender boneless chicken thighs are enveloped in a velvety sauce that artfully combines chocolatey undertones with a hint of spice. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering. Serve it alongside rice or tortillas for a comforting and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Medium Onion
- 3 Garlic Cloves
- 1 tbsp Chili Powder
- 2 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 1 can (14 oz) Diced Tomatoes
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown them for about five minutes on each side until golden.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about three minutes.
- Stir in chili powder and cocoa powder; toast for one minute.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Return the chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 20–25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve with extra sauce drizzled over the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg