Kid Friendly Chicken Mole

Submitted by Go Gators

"Kid friendly recipe from Womans Day magazine. The mix of spices and almond butter makes this rich and mildly spicy."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup smooth almond butter
• 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 slice soft white bread, cut into small pieces
• 1 1⁄2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 in. chunks

directions

1. In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, combine the oil, onion, garlic, cocoa powder, cinnamon, red pepper flakes, cloves and black pepper. Saute for 5 minutes.
2. Add the almond butter and mix until it melts into the other ingredients.
3. Add the tomatoes, broth, salt, and bread, and bring to a simmer.
4. Add the chicken and return to a simmer.
5. Cover the pot and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Serve with rice.