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Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds thicken this Oaxaca chicken mole into a green nutty sauce that clings to every piece.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 15 min📖 1 min readServes 5~465 kcal🇲🇽 Mexican🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 45 min cook 5 min rest
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 1 h 15 min- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking45 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
- 600 gr chicken thighs
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) pumpkin seeds
- 0.3 demet cilantro
- 2 adet green pepper
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) sesame seeds
- 400 gr tomatillos
- 1 adet onion
- 2 diş garlic
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) chicken stock
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) salt
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Instructions
- 1
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry pan for 4 minutes and remove them when they begin to pop.
4 min04:00 - 2
Char the tomatillos, peppers, onion, and garlic for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 3
Blend the softened vegetables with the pumpkin seeds, cilantro, sesame, salt, and chicken stock until smooth.
- 4
Cook the sauce in a pot for 12 minutes, stirring so the seeds do not stick to the bottom.
12 min12:00 - 5
Add the cooked chicken pieces to the sauce and cook over low heat for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 6
Rest the mole for 5 minutes and serve with hot tortillas.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Briefly toasting the pumpkin seeds balances the oily aroma of the sauce.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with rice and lime.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~465
kcal calories
31
g protein
28
g carbs
24
g fat
Protein 27%Carbs 25%Fat 48%
GI 20 · Low GIGL 6 · Low GL
1.1g
Sugar
1g
Fiber
104.8mg
Sodium
1.4g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Sesame
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 45 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 75 minutes in total.Is Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds have?
Approximately 465 kcal per serving. Protein: 31g, carbs: 28g, fat: 24g.Which allergens does Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds contain?
This recipe contains Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds belong to?
This recipe belongs to Mexican cuisine.How many ingredients does Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.Is Chicken Mole with Pumpkin Seeds filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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