Creamy Mole Chicken Soup

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Ingredients:

– 3 dried pasilla chile peppers, stems and seeds removed and torn into strips – 1/3 cup raisins – 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 teaspoons each: chili powder and dried oregano leaves – 1 teaspoon ground cumin – 1 (32-oz.) container chicken broth, divided – 1 (14.5-oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes – 2 tablespoons California butter – 2 cups chopped onion – 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes – 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup each: sliced carrots, sliced celery and corn – 1 chayote squash, pitted and cut into 1/2-inch cubes – 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained – 7 ounces can diced green chiles – 1 cup shredded California Monterey Jack cheese – 1/2 cup light California sour cream – Crumbled California Cotija cheese, baked tortilla strips, diced avocado, fresh cilantro leaves and sliced green onions (optional toppings) Find & Buy

Directions:

Place dried chiles in a large saucepan and cook and stir for 2 minutes or until fragrant. Place in a blender with raisins, cocoa, spices, 2 cups broth and tomatoes; puree until smooth. Place back in saucepan. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet. Add onion and chicken and cook over medium-high heat for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Add flour and cook for 1 minute more. Add to stockpot with remaining broth, carrots, celery, corn, squash, beans and canned chiles. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 45 minutes. Slowly add cheese, stirring constantly and cook just until melted. Ladle into bowls and top each serving with sour cream, crumbled Cotija and any desired toppings.

Makes 6 to 8 servings.

Nutritionals

Portions: 8
Kcals: 281
Fats(g): 12
Carbohydrates(g): 24
Protein(g): 22
Fiber(g): 5
Sodium(mg): 383

Disclaimer

The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. While classifications were prepared by a registered dietitian, this information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. These recipe categories are for general menu planning and educational purposes and are not individualized nutrition or medical nutrition therapy. Always seek the advice of your physician, registered dietitian, or a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or health condition, nutrition needs or diet. We strive to provide accurate data using industry-standard tools, but these figures can vary greatly depending on the specific brands, quantities, and preparation methods used in your own kitchen.

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For the purposes of recipe classification, "high protein" is operationally defined as providing ≥20% of the Daily Value (DV) for protein per serving, as established by the (2020-2025) Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Recipes bearing the high-protein designation are provided solely for general dietary planning purposes. These recipes are not intended to serve as medical nutrition therapy, nor should they be used to adjust pharmacological interventions or substitute for individualized clinical recommendations from qualified healthcare professionals.

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