Ingredients

  • 15 whole Dried New Mexico Chiles (California, Anaheims)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock
  • 1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin
  • 2 Tablespoons Honey
  • 3 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoons Salt
  • 2 pounds Chicken Cutlets
  • Salt And Pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Butter
  • Cilantro Leaves Or Queso Fresco, For Garnish

Method

  • Prepare a bowl of boiling hot water.
  • Place the chiles in the water and allow them to soak for 10-15 minutesuntil soft to the touch.
  • Remove the stems, seeds, and membranes, rinsing each pepper in the bowl.
  • Then place in a food processor.
  • Add the garlic cloves and half the chicken stock.
  • Puree until smooth.
  • Then add the cumin, honey, vinegar, salt and remaining stock.
  • Puree again until smooth.
  • Taste and salt again if needed.
  • The sauce should have a very intense flavor, but not be overly spicy if the seeds and membranes are properly removed.
  • Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat.
  • Pat the chicken cutlets dry and salt the pepper on both sides.
  • Add the oil and butter to the skillet.
  • Once melted, place half the cutlets in the pan.
  • Saute for 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Repeat with the remaining cutlets.
  • To serve, warm the red pepper sauce and pour over the chicken.
  • Garnish with cilantro leaves or queso fresco.