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Mexican Mole Poblano Chicken with Chocolate and Chilies

Mole Poblano features chicken simmered in a rich sauce of chocolate, chilies, and spices, creating a complex flavor in 90 minutes.

Mole Poblano is a signature Mexican dish that harmonizes sweet and savory flavors. The combination of chocolate and chilies creates a rich sauce.

Why This Recipe Works

Complex Flavor Profile: The blend of chocolate and spices develops deep, rich flavors that enhance the chicken.
Balanced Sauce: Soaking and blending the chilies ensures a smooth texture, allowing the sauce to coat the chicken evenly.
Perfect Cooking Time: Simmering the chicken in the mole for 45 minutes infuses it with the sauce's flavors while keeping it tender.

Chef's Pro Tip: For a smoother mole, blend the sauce longer until completely silky before adding the chicken.

2026-07-30

Tested in home kitchen

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Prep Time

30 min

Cook Time

60 min

Total Time

90 min

Servings

1
In a dry skillet, toast the dried chilies for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, then soak them in hot water for 15 minutes.
2
In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
3
Add the chopped tomatoes, soaked chilies, and spices, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.
4
Blend the chili mixture with peanut butter, chocolate, and chicken broth until smooth.
5
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the pot, covering with mole sauce.
6
Simmer on low for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7
Serve the chicken topped with mole sauce, garnished with sesame seeds.