Slow Cooker Chicken Mole

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 13
Slow Cooker Chicken Mole recipe for a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

6-8 hours (or 3-4 hours on high)

Ready In

6-8 hours (or 3-4 hours on high)

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup currants
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 1/2 teaspoons ancho chile powder
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
5 teaspoons cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce , or to taste
1 can diced tomatoes
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup chicken broth
3 pounds skinless , boneless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup slivered almonds , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
428
Sugar
19g
Fat
7g
Chicken mole is a traditional Mexican dish that combines bold and rich flavors to create a unique sauce that is unlike anything else. Slow-cooking the chicken in the mole sauce allows the meat to absorb all of the rich flavors, resulting in a satisfying and savory dish that is perfect for dinner any night of the week. The addition of raisins and currants adds a touch of natural sweetness to the dish, while the spices in the mole sauce provide a depth of flavor that will leave you feeling warm and satisfied.

Instructions

1.In a slow cooker, combine the chopped onion, golden raisins, currants, minced garlic, ancho chile powder, toasted sesame seeds, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, cocoa powder, hot pepper sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
2.Stir the mixture until all ingredients are evenly combined.
3.Add the chicken breast halves, and turn to coat in the sauce.
4.Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
5.Serve the chicken mole over rice, and garnish with slivered almonds.

PROS

This Slow Cooker Chicken Mole recipe is an easy and flavorful way to spice up your weeknight dinner rotation.

With lean chicken breast and the addition of raisins and currants, this dish is a healthier twist on the traditional Mexican mole sauce.

CONS

The slow cooking process can take several hours, so this recipe will require some planning ahead.

Some of the ingredients, such as ancho chile powder and hot pepper sauce, may not be readily available in all kitchens.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a lean protein source that can help with muscle growth and maintaining a healthy weight.
The combination of spices and ingredients in the mole sauce can add an antioxidant boost to your diet, and the raisins and currants provide natural sweetness without added sugars.

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