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10-Min Mole Chicken Tamale Bowl

Jarred mole sauce transforms shredded rotisserie chicken into a viral-worthy bowl layered over crispy corn tortillas. Sweet, spicy, and ready in 10 minutes—the shortcut version that actually tastes like Oaxaca.

Total time
12 min
Servings
2
Calories
485
Protein
32g
10-Min Mole Chicken Tamale Bowl
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 60 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Crisp the tortillas one at a time, 45 seconds per side, until edges curl. Transfer to a plate.

  3. Step 3

    In the same skillet, combine mole sauce, chicken broth, and shredded chicken. Stir to combine.

  4. Step 4

    Heat the mole mixture until bubbling and fragrant, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Layer each crispy tortilla on a plate, top with mole chicken, then cheese, onion, cilantro, and sesame seeds.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately while tortillas are still warm and crispy.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • tongs
  • cutting board
  • knife

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