Citrus Free Whole30 Chicken Apple Breakfast Sausage
Breakfast sausage that actually tastes like something special is hard to come by, especially when you're trying to keep things clean and free from the citrus-forward marinades and flavor boosters that sneak into so many store-bought options. Here, a finely grated apple does all the heavy lifting ā it adds a subtle natural sweetness and keeps the ground chicken moist without any fruit juice in sight. Fresh sage and thyme bring real herbal depth, while cinnamon and nutmeg give each patty that warm, slightly spiced quality that makes breakfast feel like an event. The trick of squeezing the grated apple nearly dry before mixing is what separates a beautifully seared patty from a soggy, steamed one ā it's a small step that makes a big difference. A quick chill in the fridge before cooking helps the patties hold their shape and develop that deep golden crust in the skillet. These are the kind of patties you'll want to batch-cook and keep on hand all week, because they reheat beautifully and pair with just about anything on a Whole30 plate.
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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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