Mole con chica pollo

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 15
Authentic Mole con Chica Pollo Recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 Cornish hens
1 bottle prepared mole
1 can whole chili pepper
1/4 lb cheddar cheese , cut into strips
2 tablespoons Knorr chicken bouillon
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 clove garlic , minced
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
500
Sugar
5g
Fat
25g
Mole con Chica Pollo is a delicious Mexican dish that originated in the state of Puebla. It is a rich and flavorful stew made with chicken, mole sauce, and spices. Mole is a traditional Mexican sauce that is made with a blend of chili peppers, Mexican chocolate, and various other spices. It's a versatile sauce that can be used in many different ways and is a staple in Mexican cuisine. This dish is perfect for those looking for a hearty, comforting meal full of bold flavors and spices.

Instructions

1.Rinse the Cornish hens thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels.
2.Season them with salt and pepper, then place them in a large pot.
3.Add enough water to cover the hens and add the Knorr chicken bouillon.
4.Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and let the hens simmer for about 30 minutes.
5.While the hens are cooking, heat up the mole in a separate pot on medium heat.
6.Add the can of whole chili pepper, garlic, dried oregano, chili powder, cumin, and cinnamon to the mole and cook for 10 minutes.
7.Remove the chili pepper and blend the mixture until it's smooth.
8.Once the hens are cooked through, remove them from the pot and let them cool.
9.Once the hens have cooled, remove the meat from the bone and discard the bones.
10.Cut the chicken into small bite-size pieces and add them to the mole sauce.
11.Serve the Mole con Chica Pollo with strips of cheddar cheese on top.

PROS

Mole con Chica Pollo is a classic Mexican dish that is delicious and packed with flavor.

The chicken is tender and juicy, and the mole sauce is rich and aromatic.

CONS

The preparation of the mole can be time-consuming and require multiple steps.

It’s also high in calories and not recommended for those on a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and essential nutrients, making this dish a healthy option for your diet.
The mole sauce is full of healthy spices and ingredients like cinnamon and garlic which have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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