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Corn Tortilla White Chicken Chili Tacos

These Corn Tortilla White Chicken Chili Tacos combine the rich flavor of creamy white chicken chili with the bold, fresh taste of tacos. Tender shredded chicken, white beans, and warm spices are simmered into a creamy chili filling and served inside soft corn tortillas. This recipe is perfect for taco night, quick family meals, or dinner ideas with chicken when you want something comforting yet easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 oz white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 8 –10 corn tortillas
  • Optional Toppings
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Diced avocado
  • Shredded cheese
  • Jalapeño slices
  • Lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Heat the Oil
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Cook Onion and Garlic
  4. Add diced onion and cook for about 4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add Chicken and Beans
  6. Stir in shredded chicken and white beans.
  7. Add Broth and Seasonings
  8. Pour in chicken broth and add cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  9. Simmer the Chili
  10. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes to develop flavor.
  11. Make It Creamy
  12. Stir in sour cream or cream cheese until the sauce becomes thick and creamy, creating a rich creamy white chicken chili filling.
  13. Add Lime Juice
  14. Stir in fresh lime juice to brighten the flavor.
  15. Warm the Tortillas
  16. Heat corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave until warm and soft.
  17. Assemble the Tacos
  18. Spoon the creamy chicken chili filling into each tortilla.
  19. Add Toppings and Serve
  20. Top with cilantro, avocado, cheese, or jalapeños and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Rotisserie chicken works perfectly for quick chicken recipes easy meals.
  • This recipe can also be made in a slow cooker for an easy white chicken chili crockpot version.
  • The chili filling works well for burritos, nachos, or pulled chicken tacos.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Add jalapeños or hot sauce if you want a spicier taco filling.