Mole Bbq Chicken
Elevate your barbecue game with this rich and smoky Mole BBQ Chicken, a recipe that masterfully combines the bold flavors of traditional mole sauce with the tangy sweetness of barbecue sauce. Perfectly seasoned bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are grilled to crispy perfection, then basted with a luxurious sauce infused with dark chocolate for a luscious depth of flavor. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro bring a zesty, herbaceous touch to this crowd-pleasing dish. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is ideal for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. Serve these tender, caramelized chicken thighs with extra sauce and lime wedges for a truly unforgettable meal. Tags: mole BBQ chicken recipe, grilled chicken with mole sauce, summer grilling recipes, chocolate mole BBQ sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup mole sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat (approximately 375°F/190°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and season with kosher salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the mole sauce, BBQ sauce, and chopped dark chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is melted and the sauces are well combined. Reduce heat to low and keep warm.
Place the chicken thighs on the preheated grill, skin-side down. Grill for 8-10 minutes or until the skin is golden and crispy.
Flip the chicken and continue grilling for another 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Brush the mole-BBQ sauce mixture generously over the chicken on both sides. Grill for an additional 2-3 minutes per side to caramelize the sauce.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Drizzle the chicken with lime juice and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve with lime wedges on the side and extra mole-BBQ sauce, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.6 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.1 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 735 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 2966 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.7 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.3 g | ||
| Protein | 177.5 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2790 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
