Pasta con Salsa de Mole

Pasta con Salsa de Mole is a delightful fusion of Italian and Mexican cuisine, featuring al dente pasta drenched in a rich and complex mole sauce. This high-protein dish is both satisfying and flavorful, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

• Pasta (whole wheat or high-protein) - 200 grams
• Chicken breast (diced) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Onion (chopped) - 1 small
• Tomato (diced) - 1 medium
• Chicken broth - 250 ml
• Cocoa powder - 1 tablespoon
• Chili powder - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish) - a handful

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced chicken breast to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced tomato and cook for another 2 minutes until softened.
5. In a bowl, mix the chicken broth, cocoa powder, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, and peanut butter until well combined.
6. Pour the mole sauce mixture into the skillet with the chicken and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly with the mole sauce.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 64 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 680 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from cocoa and tomatoes, promoting overall health.

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