CHICKEN IN PUMPKIN-ANCHO MOLE SAUCE
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories main-dish
Time 4h45m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine 6 cups water, salt, sugar, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, and cloves. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring gently. Once the sugar and salt have dissolved, remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to a large bowl, add the chicken, and refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours or overnight. Bring the remaining 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. In a medium heatproof bowl, add the ancho chiles and cover with the boiling water. Weigh down with a plate so the peppers remain under water and let them soak for 15 minutes. Remove and discard the stems when the peppers have softened.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. On a sheet tray toss the jalapenos, onion, tomatoes, garlic and cumin with 2 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Roast until nicely caramelized with good color, 25 to 30 minutes. Add the pumpkin seeds to a dry, hot skillet on high heat. Stir often, until the seeds are golden and begin to pop. Transfer to a food processor along with roasted vegetables. Add the soaked chiles, about 2 tablespoons of chili soaking liquid, the cilantro leaves and the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the processor. Puree until smooth. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator, blot dry with paper towels and put into a large Dutch oven. Pour in the mole sauce and bake, covered, until the chicken is cooked through, about 55 to 60 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer the chicken to a cutting board to cool. When cool to the touch, shred the chicken and add it back to the sauce. Spoon the mole into corn tortillas and serve with lime wedges, avocado slices, shredded lettuce, red onion, and radishes. Garnish with cilantro leaves and enjoy.
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Tania Aktar
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my mole sauce turned out bitter. I think I may have used too much ancho chiles.
Hamdanali Al ali
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the mole sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Ofashi Iyke
[email protected]This was the best chicken in mole sauce I've ever had. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Hamza Latif
[email protected]The chicken was a bit dry, but the mole sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a different cut of chicken next time.
Seth Bramley
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the mole sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Million Mkhknto
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but overall it was very good. I would recommend using less ancho chiles next time.
Rajeen Stha
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The chicken was moist and the mole sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Bobby Floyd
[email protected]This was the best chicken in mole sauce I've ever had. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
LolNotSally
[email protected]This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would prefer a mole sauce with less pumpkin.
Alfredo Romero
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my mole sauce turned out bitter. I think I may have used too much ancho chiles.
rita Ndibe
[email protected]The chicken was perfectly cooked and the mole sauce was rich and flavorful. This dish is a keeper!
Ishtiaq talagang
[email protected]This dish was delicious and easy to make. I loved the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again.
mariam mariamshahid
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my mole sauce turned out too spicy. Next time, I will use less ancho chiles.
Warren Nuthall
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the mole sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Gold God'spower
[email protected]The chicken was a bit dry, but the mole sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a different cut of chicken next time.
Nashton Oliver
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The chicken was moist and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Ariadni Wastor
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of mole sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The pumpkin and ancho chiles gave it a unique and delicious flavor.
Rebeka Sultana
[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the mole sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the combination of spices and the hint of sweetness from the pumpkin.