Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup almonds, chopped
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
6-8 hours on low
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown chicken breasts on all sides.
- In a large slow cooker, combine onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, oregano, chili powder, salt, pepper, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cocoa powder, peanut butter, raisins, almonds, and sesame seeds.
- Place browned chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until chicken is tender and pulls apart easily with a fork.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 400 per serving
- Protein: 30 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful mole sauce
- Tender and juicy chicken
- Ideal for a special occasion or family gathering
User Comments:
- "This dish was absolutely delicious! The mole sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the chicken melted in my mouth."
- "I've tried many chicken mole recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of authenticity and American flavors."
- "My guests were raving about this dish. The mole sauce was so unique and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked to perfection."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To make a vegan version of the dish, substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth and omit the chicken breasts.
- If you don't have all the spices listed, you can substitute with a pre-made mole sauce mix.
- To thicken the sauce, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and simmer the sauce for an additional 15-20 minutes.