Mole Poblano Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium enameled cast-iron casserole, combine the chicken, bay leaves, onion, garlic, peppercorns and a generous pinch of salt.
2. 2
   Add the broth and water and bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Simmer over moderate heat for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is almost cooked through.
4. 4
   Transfer the chicken to a plate and strain the broth into a heatproof bowl.
5. 5
   Set aside 4 cups of the broth and refrigerate the remaining broth for another use.
6. 6
   Wipe out the casserole and add the mole to it.
7. 7
   Whisk in the 4 cups of reserved broth until smooth and bring to a boil.
8. 8
   Season with salt.
9. 9
   Add the chicken and any accumulated juices to the casserole and simmer over moderately low heat until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Transfer the chicken to a platter and skim any fat from the sauce.
11. 11
    Spoon 2 cups of mole sauce over the chicken, sprinkle with the sesame seeds and pass the remaining mole sauce at the table.