Mexican Chicken Mole with Sesame Seeds

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 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 teaspoon cloves, ground
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup peanut butter, smooth
• 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup sesame seeds, toasted

Method

1. 01
   Season the chicken thighs with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
2. 02
   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. 03
   In the same skillet, add vegetable oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. 04
   Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, cinnamon, and cloves, cooking for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
5. 05
   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. 06
   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. 07
   Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the chicken topped with toasted sesame seeds.