Nick’s Picks: Chicken Enchilada Mole
Ingredients
Enchiladas-
- 2 Large Chicken Breasts
- 10 Flour Tortillas
- 1/2 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 Cup Shredded Monterey Cheese
- 1/4 Cup Salsa
Mole Sauce-
- 1 1/2 Cups Chicken Stock
- 1 Tsp Mexican Chili Powder
- 2 Tbsp Chipotle Pepper Puree
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic
- 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
- 4 Oz Unsweetened Chocolate
- 1 Tsp Flour
- Dash of Cinnamon
Method-
Boil the chicken for about 30 minutes, drain and shred the chicken. Combine chicken with the salsa, cheese and seasonings. Refrigerate and cover.
Bring the stock to a boil. Add chipotles, chili powder, garlic, and pepper. Reduce to a simmer and add in chocolate, stirring occasionally. Add flour and continue to simmer for about 20 minutes or until thick. Remove from heat and hit it with a dash of cinnamon.
Place chicken meat in the tortillas and roll tightly. Arrange in a baking pan against each other and bake at 350 for about 10 minutes. Cover the enchiladas with the sauce and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Serve with rice and beans for an authentic taste of South of the Border.