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

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
Step 2
Crisp the tortillas one at a time, 45 seconds per side, until edges curl. Transfer to a plate.
Step 3
In the same skillet, combine mole sauce, chicken broth, and shredded chicken. Stir to combine.
Step 4
Heat the mole mixture until bubbling and fragrant, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
Step 5
Layer each crispy tortilla on a plate, top with mole chicken, then cheese, onion, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
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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