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Best Authentic Chicken Mole Recipe: Rich and Flavorful Delight

The Best Authentic Chicken Mole Recipe
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Discover the secrets of the best authentic chicken mole recipe that bursts with rich flavors and divine aromas.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 dried ancho chilies
  • 2 dried pasilla chilies
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate, melted
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Add dried chilies, tomatoes, cumin, and cinnamon; cook for a few minutes.
  5. Return chicken to the pot, add chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
  6. Cover and let cook until chicken is tender, about 40 minutes.
  7. Stir in melted chocolate, and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot with rice or tortillas.

Notes

  • For a spicier mole, add more dried chilies.
  • Letting the mole sit for a few hours enhances the flavor.

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