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Mole BBQ Chicken Tacos

Mole Barbecue Chicken Tacos Recipe

Rahat
A delicious fusion of smoky barbecue and rich, complex mole sauce, these chicken tacos are a flavor-packed meal perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup mole paste or 1/2 cup prepared mole sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8-10 small corn or flour tortillas

For Garnish

  • Chopped cilantro
  • Diced red onion
  • Crumbled cotija cheese
  • Lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before shredding it with two forks.
  • In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the barbecue sauce and mole paste/sauce, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir to coat it with the mole barbecue sauce. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Warm the tortillas according to the package directions. Spoon the mole barbecue chicken into the warm tortillas and top with your favorite garnishes like chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and cotija cheese. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

You can prepare the mole barbecue sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. The flavors will meld and become even more delicious.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 20g
Keyword barbecue, chicken, mole, tacos
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