Chicken with Mole Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Chicken with Mole Sauce
45 min.
6
223kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a gluten-free and dairy-free main dish that's packed with flavor and ready in just 45 minutes? Look no further than this delicious Chicken with Mole Sauce! This recipe serves 6 and offers a delightful lunch or dinner option with a rich, complex sauce that's both dairy-free and gluten-free. Each serving contains only 223 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this dish is the mole sauce, a traditional Mexican sauce that combines the rich taste of chocolate with the heat of chilies and the earthy flavors of nuts and spices. This version is crafted without dairy, ensuring it's suitable for those with dietary restrictions. The chicken is cooked to perfection, juicy and tender, and then smothered in the velvety mole sauce for a meal that's both comforting and exotic.

To make this dish, you'll need a blend of ingredients that might not be part of your everyday pantry but are worth seeking out for the unique flavor profile they bring to the table. From sweet baking chocolate to smoked seasoning, and from toasted almonds to day-old corn tortillas, each ingredient plays a crucial role in creating the rich, deep flavors of the mole sauce.

This recipe is not just about the end product; it's about the process of creating a sauce that's as much a conversation piece as it is a flavor sensation. The use of a food processor to grind the almonds and tortilla pieces, followed by blending them with the rest of the sauce ingredients, ensures a smooth, silky sauce that coats the chicken beautifully.

Whether you're a fan of Mexican cuisine or simply looking to try something new and delicious, this Chicken with Mole Sauce is sure to impress. It's a meal that feels special, yet it comes together quickly and easily, making it perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining. So why not give it a try and discover the magic of mole sauce for yourself?

Ingredients

  • 0.8 ounce baker's chocolate sweet
  • Dash barbecue seasoning smoked (such as Hickory Liquid Smoke)
  • tablespoons blanched almonds and toasted
  • 8.5 ounce canned tomatoes whole undrained canned
  • 0.8 teaspoon chili powder 
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoon jalapeno minced
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
  • tablespoon sesame seed toasted
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 24 ounce chicken breast halves 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife

Directions

  1. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Add chicken; cook 4 minutes on each side or until done.
  3. Remove chicken from pan. Set aside; keep warm.
  4. Add onion, jalapeo pepper, and garlic to skillet; cook 3 minutes or until tender.
  5. Add seasonings (cinnamon through cloves). Cook 1 minute; set aside.
  6. Position knife blade in food processor bowl; add almonds and tortilla pieces. Process until finely ground.
  7. Add onion mixture, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, tomatoes, and liquid smoke; process until smooth.
  8. Return mixture to skillet.
  9. Add chocolate; cook over low heat until chocolate melts.
  10. Add water; cook until thoroughly heated, stirring frequently.
  11. Spoon sauce over chicken; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  12. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories223kcal
Protein47.56%
Fat33.56%
Carbs18.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48
Glycemic Load
2.82
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.650000053903%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.28mg
Epicatechin
5.03mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:223.37kcal
11.17%
Fat:8.54g
13.14%
Saturated Fat:2.16g
13.49%
Carbohydrates:10.81g
3.6%
Net Carbohydrates:7.74g
2.81%
Sugar:2.54g
2.82%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:389.66mg
16.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.23g
54.47%
Vitamin B3:12.82mg
64.11%
Selenium:38.23µg
54.61%
Vitamin B6:0.99mg
49.26%
Phosphorus:330.68mg
33.07%
Manganese:0.52mg
26.11%
Magnesium:76.23mg
19.06%
Potassium:651.75mg
18.62%
Vitamin B5:1.78mg
17.85%
Copper:0.35mg
17.62%
Vitamin E:2.15mg
14.33%
Iron:2.25mg
12.53%
Fiber:3.07g
12.27%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.19%
Vitamin C:8.88mg
10.77%
Zinc:1.53mg
10.19%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.6%
Calcium:65.92mg
6.59%
Vitamin K:4.98µg
4.74%
Vitamin A:229.03IU
4.58%
Folate:17.25µg
4.31%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%
Source:My Recipes