Low Sugar Whole30 Chicken Apple Breakfast Sausage
Breakfast sausage is one of those morning staples that's almost impossible to find without added sugar hiding in the seasoning blend or curing mix. This version skips all of that entirely, getting its subtle sweetness from finely grated fresh apple instead ā no syrup, no brown sugar, no sneaky additives. The apple is squeezed nearly dry before mixing, which is the key move that lets the patties develop a deep, golden-brown crust rather than steaming through in the pan. Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh sage round out the flavor in a way that feels indulgent without relying on anything processed. Ground chicken keeps things lighter than a pork-based sausage, but the avocado oil and proper sear give each patty a satisfying, slightly crispy exterior. A quick chill in the fridge before cooking helps the patties hold their shape, so you get clean, restaurant-worthy rounds every time. These are the kind of patties that make you genuinely excited to get out of bed on a weekday morning.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground chicken
- Ā½ cup apple, peeled and finely grated (about 1 small apple)
- 2 tsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Ā½ tsp garlic powder
- Ā½ tsp onion powder
- Ā½ tsp ground black pepper
- Ā¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- Ā¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- Ā¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Ā¾ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- 1
Grate the apple on the fine holes of a box grater, then squeeze the grated apple firmly in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towel until most of the liquid is removed ā the apple should feel nearly dry. This keeps the patties from steaming instead of browning.
- 2
Combine the ground chicken, squeezed apple, sage, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, red pepper flakes (if using), and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed, about 30 seconds ā do not overwork the mixture.
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