CHICKEN MOLE CASSEROLE WITH OLIVES

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Mole sauces have layers of rich flavor with mild to moderate heat. The chocolate in the sauce helps offset the heat without becoming a dominant flavor, which is why we added the spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar to this this dish originally submitted by Barbara L. White from Livingston, Texas. - Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large onions, finely chopped, divided
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
5 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
6 cups shredded cooked chicken
12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
1 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute 1 cup onion in oil until tender. Reduce heat to low. Add the garlic, salt, oregano and cumin; cover and cook for 10 minutes. Stir in chili powder, spicy chocolate cinnamon sugar and flour until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Cook until mixture is reduced to 3 cups, about 35 minutes. , In a large bowl, combine chicken and 1/2 cup sauce. Spread 1/2 cup sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with half of the tortillas, chicken mixture, remaining onion and olives; top with 1 cup sauce and 2 cups cheese. Repeat layers., Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 calories, Fat 35g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 1568mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 50g protein.

Cristian Hernandez
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I'm not a fan of olives, but I loved this chicken mole casserole. The mole sauce was so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again, even without the olives!


Adeel
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This chicken mole casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I used rotisserie chicken and it worked perfectly. The mole sauce was delicious and the chicken was moist and tender. I served it with rice and beans and it was a delicious meal!


Deividas Giedraitis
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I made this chicken mole casserole for my husband and he loved it! He said it was the best chicken mole he had ever had. The sauce was so flavorful and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this again!


Nicole Kalal
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This chicken mole casserole is a family favorite! The mole sauce is rich and flavorful, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I love serving this dish with rice and beans. It's a delicious and easy meal that everyone loves!


Sami Ahmadi
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I'm not a huge fan of mole, but this recipe changed my mind. The mole sauce was delicious and the chicken was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again!


Tita Shaima
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I love this recipe! The chicken mole casserole is always a hit at my parties. The mole sauce is so flavorful and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Rudal Ramroop
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This chicken mole casserole was a great way to use up leftover chicken. The mole sauce was easy to make and very flavorful. The chicken was moist and tender. I served it with rice and beans and it was a delicious meal!


Jwkwksisj Jeksksj
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I made this chicken mole casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The mole sauce was delicious and the chicken was moist and tender. I highly recommend this recipe!


meraj khan
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken mole casserole was a hit with my friends and family. The mole sauce was so flavorful and the chicken was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


The Help
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Easy peasy and oh-so-tasty! This chicken mole casserole is a winner. It's got all the flavors you want in a Mexican dish, plus the olives add a fun twist. My family loved it!


Basnet Seeraj
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I'm not usually a fan of mole, but this recipe changed my mind. The mole sauce was rich and complex, and the chicken was moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again!


Imran Wafaii
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Wow, just wow! This chicken mole casserole is next level deliciousness. The mole is incredibly flavorful and the chicken is cooked to perfection. The olives add a nice touch of saltiness. Highly recommend!


Mike Magele
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This recipe was super easy to follow, and the result was amazing! The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the mole sauce was so flavorful. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family. Thanks for sharing!


Kenda Workman
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of mole, olives, and chicken, but I was pleasantly surprised! The mole was rich and flavorful, the olives added a briny note, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. Will definitely make this again!


Elnaz Mos
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This chicken mole casserole was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors from the mole, olives, and chicken was divine! I will definitely be making this again.