Spatchcock Chicken Meal Prep

Recipe Note

What You’ll Love

• Batch‑cooked efficiency: Spatchcock two birds for one prep session that fuels multiple dishes all week
• Authentic BBQ flavor: Brined and seasoned with Cattleman’s Grill Trail Dust, then smoked to juicy perfection
• Versatile meals: Transform one cook into four distinct, flavorful recipes—from nachos to wraps to flatbreads
• Healthy, flexible meal prep: Lean protein that’s easy to portion, re-season, or reheat in creative ways

How to Use Meal‑Prepped Spatchcock Chicken: 8 ATBBQ Recipes for Fast Weeknight Meals

Excerpt: Got cooked chicken ready? Turn it into fast, flavorful meals—chili, nachos, flatbreads, wraps, salads, enchiladas, pot pie, and noodles—using proven ATBBQ recipes.

Meal prepping spatchcock chicken isn’t just a time‑saver—it opens the door to dozens of flavorful meals. Once you’ve followed our guide to How to Meal Prep Two Spatchcock Chickens, you’ll have juicy, perfectly cooked chicken ready to transform into quick lunches and dinners all week.

Pro tip: In the recipes below, replace raw chicken steps with your pre‑cooked meat. Add it during the final simmer or finishing stage to keep the chicken tender, and adjust seasoning to taste.

1) White Chicken Chili (Chili Blanco)

Turn your spatchcock chicken into a cozy pot of chili. Skip cooking raw chicken; stir in shredded prepped chicken during the last simmer so it stays juicy.

Get the recipe: White Chicken Chili

2) Chipotle Ranch Chicken Nachos

Smoky chicken, melty cheese, and a creamy chipotle ranch drizzle make these nachos irresistible. Use warm shredded chicken to cut down prep time.

Get the recipe: Chipotle Ranch Chicken Nachos

3) Smoked Chicken Grilled Flatbread

This flatbread is a crowd‑pleaser. Top your dough with sauce, cheese, and diced chicken, then grill until crisp and bubbling.

Get the recipe: Smoked Chicken Grilled Flatbread

4) Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Meal‑prepped chicken makes enchiladas even easier. Toss shredded white/dark meat in salsa verde, roll, sauce, cheese, and bake until golden.

Get the recipe: Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

5) Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

A lighter lunch with bold flavor: combine chopped chicken with Caesar dressing and crisp romaine, wrap, and enjoy. Warm the tortilla if you like.

Get the recipe: Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

Also try: Too Easy: Chicken Caesar Sandwich

6) Southwest Chicken Salad

Fresh veggies and smoky chicken come together in this colorful salad. Fold in chilled chopped chicken and toss with the bold dressing.

Get the recipe: Southwest Chicken Salad

7) Mom’s Chicken & Noodles

Comfort food at its finest. Add pulled chicken at the end with the noodles; heat through gently to keep the meat tender.

Get the recipe: Mom’s Chicken & Noodles

8) Chicken Pot Pie

A classic made easier with pre‑cooked chicken. Stir cubed chicken into the creamy filling just before it goes under the crust, then bake until golden.

Get the recipe: Chicken Pot Pie

Meal prep once and enjoy multiple meals all week—starting with this foundation: How to Meal Prep Two Spatchcock Chickens.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should I brine the chickens?

Brine overnight—about 8–12 hours—for deep flavor and juicy texture.

What internal temperature should I cook to?

Smoke the breasts until they reach 155 °F internal, then remove and rest. Dark meat will reach safe temps naturally during resting.

How long will the prepped chicken last?

Refrigerate cooked chicken in airtight containers for 3–4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Can I swap meals or ingredients?

Definitely—use the shredded chicken for other meal ideas like enchiladas, bowls, salads, pot pie or flatbreads.

Can I cook these indoors?

We rate these as a 3 out of 5. Works indoors with adjustments, but the grill is recommended.