Chicken Mole Recipe
Mole verde chicken, pinto beans, roasted corn, Mexican red rice, jack cheese. Topped with green onions, pickled red onions, side of jalapeño vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them in a baking dish and cover with mole verde sauce. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- 2
Cook the Beans
In a small saucepan, heat the pinto beans over medium heat until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
- 4
Cook the Rice
Prepare the Mexican red rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- 5
Assemble the Dish
On a large serving platter, layer the red rice, followed by the pinto beans, roasted corn, and the mole verde chicken. Sprinkle jack cheese over the top.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with chopped green onions and pickled red onions. Serve with a side of jalapeño vinaigrette for drizzling.