Slow-Cooker Chicken Mole

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 8 oz Mole sauce paste
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 15 oz Crushed tomatoes
• 1 oz Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds(optional)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the diced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.

2. 2

   Lay the chicken thighs over the onions.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the mole paste, chicken broth, and crushed tomatoes until the paste is mostly dissolved.

4. 4

   Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.

5. 5

   Add the piece of dark chocolate into the center of the liquid.

6. 6

   Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.

7. 7

   Once finished, shred the chicken slightly with two forks and stir to incorporate the melted chocolate and juices.

8. 8

   Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro before serving over rice or with warm tortillas.