Pork Free Whole30 Chicken Apple Breakfast Sausage
Breakfast sausage is one of those morning staples that can feel off-limits once you cut out pork, but this chicken-based version proves you're not missing a thing. Ground chicken gets packed with fresh sage, thyme, warm cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg, creating a deeply savory patty with just enough sweetness from finely grated apple to make it genuinely crave-worthy. The trick of squeezing the apple nearly dry before mixing is what separates a beautifully browned patty from a soggy one ā that extra step makes all the difference. A short rest in the fridge before cooking helps the patties hold their shape and develop those golden, caramelized edges that make breakfast feel like a real event. Avocado oil in a hot skillet does the heavy lifting, giving each patty a deep brown crust while keeping the inside juicy and tender. These are clean, whole-food ingredients from start to finish, so you can feel good about what's on the plate without scanning a label for hidden fillers or additives. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or cooking a slow weekend breakfast, these patties are the kind of thing that earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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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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