Homemade Chicken Apple Sausage Patties
If you’ve ever looked at the ingredient list on store-bought sausage and felt a little unsure, making your own at home is a total game-changer. This homemade chicken apple sausage is naturally sweet and savory, and made with simple, real ingredients you can trust.
It’s lighter than traditional sausage but still full of flavor, with juicy chicken, crisp apple, and warm spices coming together in the most comforting way. Perfect for breakfast, meal prep, or even a quick dinner, this is one of those recipes that proves homemade really is better.
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Chicken Apple Sausage Patties
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup finely diced apple, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji
- 2 Tbsp finely diced onion
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried sage
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, diced apple, onion, olive oil, sage, thyme, garlic powder, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
- Mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the sausage tender.
- Divide the mixture and form into small patties, about 2 to 3 inches wide.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it if needed.
- Cook the patties for about 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
Chef Tips:
- Dice the apple small – Smaller pieces blend better into the sausage and cook evenly, giving you flavor in every bite.
- Don’t overmix – Mix just until combined to keep the texture tender instead of dense.
- Test a small piece first – Cook a tiny portion of the mixture to taste and adjust seasoning before shaping all the patties.
- Keep the heat moderate – Cooking over medium heat prevents burning while allowing the inside to cook through evenly.
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