Tacos de Pollo con Mole

Tacos de Pollo con Mole is a delightful low-carb Mexican dish featuring tender chicken drizzled with rich, homemade mole sauce, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves instead of traditional tortillas. This flavorful meal offers a perfect balance of spices and is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cocoa powder - 1 tablespoon
• Chicken broth - 200 ml
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Lettuce leaves - 6 large (for wrapping)
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges (for serving)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until translucent.
2. Add the chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove chicken and let it rest before shredding.
3. In the same skillet, add chopped red bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, and cocoa powder. Stir for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in peanut butter until smooth, creating a mole sauce.
5. Add the shredded chicken back into the skillet, mixing well to coat with the mole sauce. Allow to simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. To serve, place a generous amount of chicken mole into each lettuce leaf, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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