Mexican Chicken Mole with Sesame Seeds

Name: Mexican Chicken Mole with Sesame Seeds
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in and skin-on); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup onion (chopped); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin (ground); 1 teaspoon cinnamon (ground); 1/2 teaspoon cloves (ground); 2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth); 1/4 cup dark chocolate (chopped); 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/4 cup raisins; 1/4 cup sesame seeds (toasted)

StandardMexicanDinnerRichFlavorfulTraditional

⏱️ 30m PREP

🔥 90m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 650 CAL/SERV

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Overview

Rich and flavorful, this traditional Mexican chicken mole is simmered in a complex, aromatic sauce with a hint of chocolate and topped with toasted sesame seeds.

Macronutrients per serving

135

grams

Protein

40.0g 30%

Fat

45.0g 33%

Carbs

50.0g 37%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin E

20% DV

Supports skin health

🔺 Iron

25% DV

Essential for blood production

🔺 Magnesium

30% DV

Supports muscle and nerve function

🌾 Fiber

Aids in digestion

✦ Antioxidants

High

Helps to protect cells from damage

Ingredients

Chicken

4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
2 tablespoons olive oil

Mole Sauce

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin ground
1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
1/2 teaspoon cloves ground
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup peanut butter smooth
1/4 cup dark chocolate chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup sesame seeds toasted

Instructions

1 Season the chicken thighs with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
2 In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3 In the same skillet, add vegetable oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
4 Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, cinnamon, and cloves, cooking for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
5 Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the peanut butter, dark chocolate, sugar, and raisins, stirring until the chocolate and peanut butter are melted and well incorporated.
6 Return the chicken to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Let it simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7 Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the chicken topped with toasted sesame seeds.