Mexican Chicken Mole

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
39%
Mexican Chicken Mole
45 min.
6
607kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico right to your kitchen! Our Mexican Chicken Mole is a delightful dish that perfectly balances the rich, savory notes of traditional mole sauce with the wholesome goodness of fresh ingredients. This recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a meal that serves six, making it perfect for family gatherings or dinner parties. The star of this dish is the tender chicken, which is enveloped in a luscious tomato and chili sauce, enhanced with the deep, complex flavor of unsweetened cocoa. The combination of spices, including chili powder and ground cumin, adds a warm kick that will tantalize your taste buds.

Served over a bed of fluffy, hot rice, this dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. With each bite, you'll experience a delightful medley of textures and flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of Mexico. Whether you're looking for a comforting dinner option or a show-stopping main course for your next gathering, this Mexican Chicken Mole is sure to impress. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a deliciously unique meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 4.5 ounce chiles green drained chopped canned
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes whole undrained chopped canned
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  • cups rice hot cooked
  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  •  garlic minced
  • 0.8 cup bell pepper green chopped
  • teaspoon cumin 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 12 ounce skinned urad dal 
  • 12 ounce skinned urad dal 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • tablespoon frangelico 
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • plastic wrap
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a 2-quart casserole. Cover with heavy-duty plastic wrap, and vent. Microwave at HIGH 4 minutes or until tender.
  2. Add sugar and next 6 ingredients (sugar through chiles), and stir well. Arrange chicken over the tomato mixture, and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and microwave at HIGH 8 minutes. Rearrange chicken, spooning the tomato mixture over the chicken; cover and microwave at HIGH 8 minutes or until chicken is done.
  3. Remove chicken from dish; set aside, and keep warm.
  4. Combine water and cornstarch, stirring until blended; add to tomato mixture. Microwave, uncovered, at HIGH 5 minutes, stirring after 2 1/2 minutes.
  5. Serve the chicken and tomato mixture over rice.
  6. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories607kcal
Protein22.07%
Fat3.32%
Carbs74.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.18
Glycemic Load
51.01
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
19.041304546854%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.62mg
Epicatechin
4.91mg
Luteolin
0.88mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:607.27kcal
30.36%
Fat:2.26g
3.48%
Saturated Fat:0.41g
2.57%
Carbohydrates:114.31g
38.1%
Net Carbohydrates:87.35g
31.77%
Sugar:6.25g
6.95%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:498.25mg
21.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:5.75mg
1.92%
Protein:33.81g
67.62%
Fiber:26.96g
107.83%
Iron:10.97mg
60.93%
Manganese:1.05mg
52.52%
Vitamin C:34.49mg
41.81%
Selenium:13.14µg
18.77%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.57%
Copper:0.37mg
18.27%
Calcium:131.61mg
13.16%
Magnesium:52.57mg
13.14%
Vitamin A:648.55IU
12.97%
Phosphorus:124.66mg
12.47%
Potassium:404.21mg
11.55%
Vitamin E:1.51mg
10.09%
Vitamin B3:1.94mg
9.68%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.81%
Zinc:1.28mg
8.51%
Folate:30.75µg
7.69%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.35%
Vitamin K:6.56µg
6.25%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.41%
Source:My Recipes