My southwestern chicken casserole makes the perfect party dish when you're looking for something a little out of the ordinary. The mole sauce lends an authentic flavor, and folks are always pleasantly surprised to taste a little sweetness from the chocolate. -Barbara White, Livingston, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute 1 cup onion in oil until tender. Reduce heat to low. Add the garlic, salt, oregano, cumin and cinnamon; cover and cook for 10 minutes. Stir in chili powder and flour until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Cook until mixture is reduced to 3 cups, about 35 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate., In a large bowl, combine chicken and 1/2 cup sauce. Spread 1/2 cup sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with half the tortillas, chicken mixture, remaining onion and olives; top with 1 cup sauce and 2 cups cheese. Repeat layers., Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640 calories, Fat 36g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 1483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 50g protein.
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Rocky star J
[email protected]This casserole is a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra spices next time.
Saleem Khan Mangal
[email protected]I've never had chicken and olive mole casserole before, but I'm definitely a fan now. This recipe is a winner!
Obaid Banars
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the mole sauce.
FR STARS
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my casserole turned out soupy. I think I may have added too much liquid.
Bajro Pandzo
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The mole sauce is amazing!
Talal Alomairi
[email protected]I made this casserole for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the mole sauce.
Shameee Khan
[email protected]This casserole was easy to make and very affordable. It's a great weeknight meal.
Business Account
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mole sauce, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and it paired well with the chicken and olives.
tushawn bailey
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I added some extra vegetables to the casserole, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.
Smangele Gubese
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my casserole didn't turn out as good as I hoped. The mole sauce was a bit bland, and the chicken was dry.
Knauchs
[email protected]This casserole was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the mole sauce was very flavorful.
Assane Benjamim
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The mole sauce is unlike anything I've ever tasted before. It's complex and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with the chicken and olives.
Nadia Love
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The mole sauce is so easy to make, and it tastes amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Tara Cusick
[email protected]I've made this casserole several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of chicken, olives, and mole sauce is just divine.
Jackie Mcintyre
[email protected]This chicken and olive mole casserole was a hit with my family! The mole sauce was rich and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a perfect meal.