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chicken mole

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Chicken mole is a rich and flavorful Mexican dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a complex sauce made from chilies, chocolate, and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 dried ancho chilies
  • 2 dried guajillo chilies
  • 1 dried chipotle chili
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter
  • 1 ounce Mexican chocolate, chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Toast the dried chilies in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove stems and seeds, then soak chilies in hot water for 15 minutes.
  2. In a blender, combine soaked chilies with garlic, onion, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, cloves, peanut butter, tomato paste, sugar, and a cup of chicken broth. Blend until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken thighs on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. Pour the chili sauce into the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Add the chopped Mexican chocolate and remaining chicken broth. Stir until chocolate melts into the sauce.
  6. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, cover, and simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  7. Season with salt to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For an extra smoky flavor, try adding a small piece of smoked dried chili or serve with warm tortillas and rice.

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