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Oaxacan Chicken Mole

Posted in response to a request; recipe was found in the 12/93 issue of bon appetit.

Steps

Using 1 tsp of the chili powder , season the breasts , along with salt and pepper to taste.
In a heavy skillet that comfortably holds both breasts , heat the oil over mediium-high heat and cook the chicken until brown on both sides.
Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and add the remaining chili powder , along with the cumin and cinnamon , to the skillet and saute , stirring , for 15 seconds.
Stir in the tomatoes and their juices along with the chocolate and simmer until the sauce thickens up , about 5 minutes.
Add chicken , along with any juices that have accumulated on the plate , back into the skillet and simmer until the chicken is cooked through , about 4 minutes.
Taste sauce.
Add salt and pepper if desired.

Ingredients

boneless skinless chicken breast halves, chili powder, olive oil, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, stewed tomatoes, unsweetened chocolate