Pat’s Chicken Mole

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 9
Pat's Chicken Mole recipe for your next family dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces , skin on
15 ounces chicken broth , canned
2 ounces canned diced green chiles
15 ounces artichoke hearts , drained ( I use Polar brand )
2 medium vidalia onions , peeled and quartered
1/2 cup fresh parsley , chopped
6 medium fresh tomatoes , quartered
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup water
1/8 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1 tablespoon mole , mexican condiment ( paste )
1/2 cup raisins ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
702
Sugar
19g
Fat
38g
Pat's Chicken Mole is a Mexican delicacy that perfectly combines the flavors of chicken, mole, and artichokes. This dish offers something new and exciting to try. Although it may have a few ingredients, its components add the perfect balance of flavor. It's a great option for your next family dinner or special occasion.

Instructions

1.Heat a large pot over medium heat on stove.
2.Melt the butter and add onions to the pot.
3.Cook for 5 minutes or until tender then add the chicken pieces. Turn occasionally making sure each side gets browned, about 10 minutes total.
4.Add the canned diced green chiles, adobo seasoning, black pepper and salt to the pot. Stir in the mole paste until it is dissolved in the mixture.
5.Add ½ of the can of artichoke hearts, parsley and ½ cup of water into the pot. Use a wooden spoon to bring any browned side of the chicken off the bottom of the pot.
6.Cover pot but make sure the lid is slightly tilted. Continue cooking with medium-low heat for about 30 minutes.
7.Remove the remaining artichoke hearts from can and add the artichokes and the raisins to the pot. Cook for 10 more minutes then turn off stove.
8.Allow it to cool for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

PROS

The combination of flavors is unforgettable.
The unique flavor of mole sauce blended with chicken and artichokes provides a satisfying and filling meal.

CONS

This dish can take time to prep as it has various ingredients and you have to be careful with the Mole paste as it can turn bitter if overcooked.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein which is essential for the growth and maintenance of the body. Artichokes have low calories and are high in fiber, vitamin C, and magnesium which are all beneficial to the body. The mole paste can help regulate sugar levels in the blood and contains Vitamin D as a result of its cocoa content.

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