Chicken Mole Enchiladas

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  • Prep Time

    1 hr

  • Cook Time

    mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 40 mins

  • Servings

    5 servings

  • Calories

    672 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Chicken Mole Enchiladas

This recipe for Chicken Mole Enchiladas is a simpler take on a classic Mexican dish that's easier to make but just as delicious to eat. 

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Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more for seasoning chicken
  • freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 2 corn tortillas for the mole plus 12 corn tortillas for the enchiladas 14 total
  • 6 dried Pasilla or Ancho chiles or a combination (I used half and half)
  • 2 medium white onions divided
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • teaspoon cloves
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
  • vegetable oil for brushing tortillas I like grapeseed
  • queso fresco for serving
  • sour cream or Mexican crema for serving
  • cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • avocado for garnish (optional)
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Notes

  • Move quickly when toasting the chiles - they will get bitter if they burn. A few seconds on each side is enough!
  • The mole sauce should be very very smooth. If there is still some grit to it after blending for several minutes, pass it through a strainer to remove some of the chunks. 
  • Be careful when cooking the mole on the stovetop - it will bubble and spit, so stir constantly and cover. This is an important step to develop the flavor - don't skip it!
  • Don't overcook the tortillas in the oven or they will start to crisp up and become difficult to roll. 5 minutes is plenty.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 672kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 78g (26%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Monounsaturated Fat 12g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 132mg (44%) Sodium 1291mg (54%) Potassium 1512mg (43%) Fiber 19g (76%) Sugar 27g (54%) Vitamin A 11164IU (223%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 119mg (12%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 672 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 672kcal 34%
Carbohydrates 78g 26%
Protein 40g 80%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Monounsaturated Fat 12g 60%
Trans Fat 0.02g 1%
Cholesterol 132mg 44%
Sodium 1291mg 54%
Potassium 1512mg 32%
Fiber 19g 76%
Sugar 27g 54%
Vitamin A 11164IU 223%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 119mg 12%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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