Braise the Chicken. Add the broth or beer. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes to 20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through and measures 165 degrees F internally with a meat thermometer. You may need 30 minutes. Then, the chicken is smothered in a rich, earthy mole sauce that is made with nearly 30 different ingredients and warmed through. It’s called Chicken Mole, and I think it might be one of your favorites as well. I just made a big batch of mole poblano sauce, which is a Mexican staple sauce, hugely popular in Mexican cuisine. My recipe makes 2 quarts, but the chicken mole only requires 2 cups, so I’m able to freeze the sauce for enjoying later with other meals. Patty is absolutely in love with this dish. I did my best to keep it as close to an authentic Mexican mole as I could, using only ingredients available to Mexican cooks, though you can make substitutions as needed. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do. Let’s talk about how we make chicken mole, shall we? Season the Chicken. Pat the chicken dry and season all sides with ancho powder, garlic, oregano and salt and pepper. Brown the Chicken. Sear the chicken 5 minutes per side, until lightly golden brown. Warm with Mole Sauce. Remove chicken from the pot and add to a medium sized pan. Pour mole sauce over the chicken and gently heat until the sauce is warmed, stirring occasionally. Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. Boom! Done! Your chicken mole is ready to serve, my friends. Looks wonderful, doesn’t it? Serve it as it over Mexican rice, or you can shred the chicken and use it to make delicious tacos on corn tortillas, tortas, enchiladas, you name it. Patty’s favorite is chicken mole tostadas. Outstanding.
Storage & Leftovers
Storing your Chicken Mole in an airtight container in the fridge may allow you to store the leftovers for up to 3-4 days. To maximize the storage life, make sure to refrigerate it promptly.
