Rice Free Whole30 Chicken Apple Breakfast Sausage
These savory-sweet breakfast patties are the kind of morning upgrade that makes you actually look forward to getting out of bed. Ground chicken gets layered with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh sage, while finely grated apple adds a subtle sweetness that balances everything beautifully. The trick of squeezing the apple nearly dry before mixing is what separates a properly seared patty from a soggy, steamed one ā it's a small step that makes a big difference in that golden-brown crust. Every ingredient here is naturally grain-free and starch-free, so there's no filler, no binder, and nothing hiding in the mix that could sneak in unwanted grains. Avocado oil gives the patties a clean, high-heat sear that locks in the juices without overpowering the seasoning. A quick chill in the fridge before cooking helps the patties hold their shape in the pan, which means you get neat, satisfying rounds rather than crumbles. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or building a proper weekend breakfast plate, these are the kind of homemade sausages that make store-bought feel completely unnecessary.
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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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