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Homemade chicken apple sausage patties served with bread, scrambled eggs, and blueberries for a high-protein breakfast

Chicken Apple Breakfast Sausage Patties

4.50 from 4 votes
These homemade chicken apple breakfast sausage patties are a cozy, high-protein breakfast that’s naturally dairy and egg-free. Made with ground chicken, grated apple, maple syrup, and warm spices, they’re juicy, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings : 8 patties

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 medium apple, grated (such as Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji)
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp ground fennel or fennel seeds, (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, for cooking
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Instructions
 

  1. Grate 1 medium apple using a box grater and squeeze out the excess liquid with your hands.
    Freshly grated apple on a plate with a box grater, ready to be mixed into chicken breakfast patties
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 lb ground chicken, the grated apple, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp salt, ¼ tsp nutmeg, and ½ tsp ground fennel or fennel seeds if using. Mix gently until just combined.
    Mixing bowl filled with ground chicken, grated apple, salt, and spices for homemade breakfast sausages
  3. With damp hands, shape the mixture into 8 small patties about 2 to 3 inches wide.
    Uncooked chicken apple sausage patties shaped and ready for the skillet
  4. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add patties in a single layer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Because you've added maple syrup to the mixture, they will be prone to burn. Take your time and keep the temperature on the lower side.
    Chicken apple sausage patties sizzling in a skillet with a crisp golden brown crust
  5. Serve warm with eggs, oatmeal, avocado, or toast for a balanced high-protein breakfast.
    Homemade chicken apple sausage patties served with bread, scrambled eggs, and blueberries for a high-protein breakfast

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 325mgPotassium: 326mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg

Notes

  • Apple types: Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala work best.
  • Ground chicken: Using 93% lean keeps the patties moist. If using extra lean, consider adding 1 tsp olive oil into the mixture.
  • Make ahead: Patties can be shaped ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before cooking.
  • Freezing tip: Freeze cooked patties in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for easy grab-and-go breakfasts. Reheat straight from frozen in a skillet or microwave.
  • Serving ideas: Pair with scrambled eggs, avocado, oatmeal, or a slice of sourdough for a complete high-protein breakfast.