Cheater Instant Pot Pollo en Mole

This Instant Pot version of the Mexican classic chicken mole is quick and easy to make. Serve on top of rice or warmed corn tortillas with queso and avocado.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 411 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1 ounce Mexican chocolate
• 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil, divided
• 1 medium garlic clove, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup chopped onion
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup warm water
• 0.5 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
• 1.25 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon ancho chile powder
• 0.75 cup Mexican mole dry seasoning
• 1.5 pounds boneless chicken breasts

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine tomatoes, chicken broth, mole seasoning, water, 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, ancho chile powder, chipotle chile powder, salt, and pepper in a blender; blend until smooth.

Step 2

Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 3

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 15 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Add Mexican chocolate and stir to combine.

Step 4

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Allow to get hot and add remaining 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Cancel Saute mode. Add chicken and pour sauce on top.