Description
Maple Chicken Breakfast Sausage patties offer a delectable mix of sweet and savory flavors, making them a perfect start to your day or a satisfying snack on the go. These homemade sausages are not only quick to prepare—taking less than 10 minutes to cook—but also pack a nutritious punch with lean ground chicken. Ideal for meal prepping or serving at brunch gatherings, this recipe is customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy these flavorful patties alongside eggs, in breakfast sandwiches, or even as part of a wholesome snack platter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken (92–94% lean)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (1/4 teaspoon if using ground)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground sage
- 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 Tablespoons (45ml) pure maple syrup
- 1–2 Tablespoons (15–30ml) olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, salt, thyme, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sage, fennel seeds (if using), nutmeg, and maple syrup. Mix until just combined.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
- Scoop out portions of the mixture (about 1.5–2 tablespoons each) and flatten them into patties in the skillet.
- Cook for about 5 minutes on one side until golden brown; flip and cook an additional 3–4 minutes until fully cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different herbs and spices based on your preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.