Mole Enchiladas with Chicken and Cheese

These Mole Enchiladas are a labor of love, featuring tender chicken wrapped in corn tortillas, smothered in rich mole sauce and topped with cheese. Perfect for a special lunch occasion!

Mole Enchiladas with Chicken and Cheese

Nutrition Information Per Serving

550g
Calories
30g
Protein
45g
Carbs
25g
Fat
5g
Fiber

Mole Enchiladas with Chicken and Cheese

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Prep30 min
Cook1.3 hrs
Yields6 servings
Difficultyhard

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend)
  • For the Mole Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup almond slivers
  • 1/2 cup dried chiles (ancho and guajillo)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste
  • For Garnish:
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sour cream

Preparation

  • 1.

    Make the mole sauce: Toast the sesame seeds and almond slivers in a dry skillet until golden. Remove and set aside.

  • 2.

    In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in vegetable oil until they become translucent.

  • 3.

    Remove seeds and stems from the dried chiles and add to the skillet. Cook for a few minutes until they soften.

  • 4.

    Add the toasted sesame seeds and almonds back to the skillet, then stir in the cinnamon, cumin, and cloves, cooking for about 1 minute.

  • 5.

    Add the tomato paste and chicken broth, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

  • 6.

    Blend the sauce until smooth, adjusting thickness with more broth if needed. Stir in chopped dark chocolate until melted. Season with salt and set aside.

  • 7.

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  • 8.

    Soften the tortillas slightly by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for about 30 seconds. 

  • 9.

    Spread a layer of mole sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.

  • 10.

    Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and a sprinkle of cheese, roll them up, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.

  • 11.

    Once all enchiladas are arranged, pour remaining mole sauce over the top and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.

  • 12.

    Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.

  • 13.

    Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with a dollop of sour cream.

Complete Nutrition Information

Macronutrients

Fiber:5g
Sugar:0g
Added Sugar:0g
Saturated Fat:0g
Trans Fat:0g
Cholesterol:0mg
Sodium:0mg

Vitamins

Vitamin A:0mcg
Vitamin C:0mg
Vitamin D:0mcg
Vitamin E:0mg
Vitamin K:0mcg
Thiamin (B1):0mg
Riboflavin (B2):0mg
Niacin (B3):0mg
Vitamin B6:0mg
Folate:0mcg
Vitamin B12:0mcg

Minerals

Calcium:0mg
Iron:0mg
Magnesium:0mg
Phosphorus:0mg
Potassium:0mg
Zinc:0mg
Copper:0mg
Manganese:0mg
Selenium:0mcg

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