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White Chicken Chili Tacos

Creamy White Chicken Chili Tacos for Cozy Taco Nights

Enjoy White Chicken Chili Tacos, a comforting twist on a classic dish that’s perfect for cozy taco nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Filling
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can cannellini beans drained
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano can substitute with Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 2 cups chicken broth can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cup sour cream can substitute with plain yogurt
For Serving
  • 8 small tortillas corn or flour
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 each lime wedges

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until golden.
  3. Add chicken breast and chicken broth, then stir in cannellini beans, green chilies, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly and simmer.
  4. Cover the skillet and let the chicken cook for about 10 minutes. Shred the chicken with forks in the skillet.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream until fully incorporated. Let the mixture simmer for 2 more minutes.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  7. Fill each tortilla with the chicken chili mixture, top with cheese and cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a quicker meal, use rotisserie chicken. Customize beans and toppings to fit personal taste.

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