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White Chicken Chili Tacos

Creamy White Chicken Chili Tacos That Your Family Will Love

These White Chicken Chili Tacos are a kid-friendly, creamy delight perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Room temperature
  • 1 can Canned Green Chilis Provides mild heat
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Freshly ground recommended
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour King Arthur brand recommended
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 cup Skim Milk Whole milk for richer flavor
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Homemade preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter High-quality butter like Kerrygold
For the Tacos
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Leftover rotisserie or fresh
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Canned can work too
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Warm before filling
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Cheddar can be substituted
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chop yellow onion if green isn’t available

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for White Chicken Chili Tacos
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare your mise en place: measure out the milk, chicken broth, sour cream, chop the green chilis, and slice the green onions.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, cooking for about 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually stir in 1 cup of skim milk and 1 cup of chicken broth followed by the sour cream. Mix until creamy.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, the chopped green chilis, and 2 teaspoons of chili powder to the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste, allowing to simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1 cup of frozen corn, and sautéed green onions. Pour the warm sauce over and stir gently until coated.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Toast each corn tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  6. Fill each warmed tortilla with 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken filling, top with shredded mozzarella cheese, and fold the tortilla over.
  7. Place the assembled tacos seam-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
  8. Let the tacos cool for a few minutes before serving warm with toppings like salsa or diced jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These tacos are a great way to use up leftover chicken, and can be adapted with different proteins or veggies based on your family's preferences.

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