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Chicken Breakfast Sausage

Homemade Chicken Breakfast Sausage: Juicy & High-Protein Delight

Delicious Homemade Chicken Breakfast Sausage, a high-protein delight that elevates your breakfast routine.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 sausages
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Main protein source
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Can substitute with honey
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce for low-sodium
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Sage Use fresh sage for more flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh minced garlic if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Onion Powder Finely chopped fresh onion is a good alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can add extra aroma
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Use white pepper for a milder flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Omit if not preferred
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Non-stick skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Breakfast Sausage
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, maple syrup, kosher salt, dried sage, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme. Add ground black pepper and nutmeg and mix until well blended.
  2. Use a cookie scoop or hands to portion the mixture into 12 equal balls and flatten them into patties about ½ inch thick.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  4. Place six patties in the skillet, cooking them for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Serve immediately or let cool before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sausageCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 1gCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure thorough mixing for consistent flavor and store leftovers in an airtight container.

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