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Pollo En Chocolate Sauce (Chicken Mole)

Pollo en Chocolate Sauce (Chicken Mole recipe image
This Pollo En Chocolate is a show-stopping main course that combines tender chicken with a luxurious, velvety mole sauce. The sauce is built on a foundation of savory chicken broth, aromatic spices like cumin and cinnamon, and sweet accents from raisins and almonds. Dark chocolate adds depth and richness, while a final flambé with rum provides a dramatic finish and subtle warmth. The result is a harmonious blend of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors that pairs beautifully with rice or tortillas. Perfect for dinner parties or special family gatherings, this dish offers a comforting yet sophisticated taste of traditional Mexican cuisine.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 450
Dietary: Vegan
Description
This Pollo En Chocolate is a show-stopping main course that combines tender chicken with a luxurious, velvety mole sauce. The sauce is built on a foundation of savory chicken broth, aromatic spices like cumin and cinnamon, and sweet accents from raisins and almonds. Dark chocolate adds depth and richness, while a final flambé with rum provides a dramatic finish and subtle warmth. The result is a harmonious blend of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors that pairs beautifully with rice or tortillas. Perfect for dinner parties or special family gatherings, this dish offers a comforting yet sophisticated taste of traditional Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic, minced
  • Chicken serving pieces
  • Onion, chopped
  • Green pepper, chopped
  • Canned pimento, chopped
  • Tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • Chili powder
  • Chicken broth
  • Slivered almonds
  • Raisins
  • Cumin
  • Nutmeg
  • Ground cloves
  • Cinnamon
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Sugar
  • Grated rind
  • Bitter chocolate, chopped
  • Light rum
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2
    In a large casserole or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. 3
    Add chicken pieces to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. 4
    In the same pot, add chopped onion, green pepper, pimento, and tomatoes. Cook over gentle heat for 10 minutes until vegetables soften.
  5. 5
    Stir in chili powder and blend well with the vegetables.
  6. 6
    Add chicken broth, almonds, raisins, cumin, nutmeg, ground cloves, cinnamon, salt, pepper, sugar, and orange rind. Stir to combine.
  7. 7
    Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. 8
    Stir in chopped chocolate until fully melted and sauce is smooth.
  9. 9
    Return chicken pieces to the pot, spooning sauce over them.
  10. 10
    Cover and bake in the oven for 1 hour, or until chicken is tender and cooked through.
  11. 11
    Remove from oven. Warm rum in a small saucepan or microwave until hot. Ignite the rum (flambé) or simply pour it carefully over the chicken if flambéing is not desired. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 pies

Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 150mg50%
Sodium 600mg25%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 15g
Protein 35g70%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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