Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPuerto Vallarta StamfordMole De Pollo Recipe

Mole De Pollo Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Braised skinless chicken in a sweet yet spicy peanut based sauce with a hint of cocoa. Served with warm tortillas.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken on both sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Make the Mole Sauce

    Add the peanut butter, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cocoa powder, cumin, cinnamon, and chipotle pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Combine and Cook

    Return the browned chicken to the skillet, ensuring it is coated with the mole sauce. Cover and let it simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the mole de pollo hot with warm tortillas on the side.

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