Savory Apple Chicken Sausage: A Healthier Breakfast Delight 🍏🍗

Homemade Chicken and Apple Sausage 🍏🍗

Overview:

This delightful recipe for Homemade Chicken and Apple Sausage is a treasure from my mom’s “Joy of Cooking” book. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a total time of 23 minutes, this breakfast favorite is not only quick but also healthier, boasting only half the fat of regular sausage! Plus, you get the satisfaction of knowing exactly what goes into your food—no mystery meat here! With a harmonious blend of chicken, apples, and spices, these patties are sure to become a household favorite.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 23 minutes
• Servings: 8-10 patties

Ingredients:

• 1 cup apple cider 🍎
• 2 1/4 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skin-on 🍗
• 1 1/2 tsp salt 🧂
• 2 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 🌶️
• 1 tsp dried sage 🌿
• 1 tsp dried thyme 🌿
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 🍂
• 1/8 tsp ground ginger 🌱

Instructions:

1. Reduce Apple Cider:

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   • Begin by boiling the apple cider in a small saucepan until it reduces to 2 or 3 tablespoons of syrupy goodness.

2. Prepare Chicken:

   • While the cider is reducing, remove the bones from the chicken thighs, leaving the fat intact.
   • Cut the chicken into 1-inch dice.

3. Process Ingredients:

   • Coarsely chop the chicken and dried apples in a food processor until evenly mixed.

4. Mix Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, combine the reduced cider syrup, chicken, apple mixture, and all the remaining ingredients.
   • Using your hands, squeeze the mixture until everything is well blended. It may be a little sticky, but that’s just part of the fun!

5. Form Patties:

   • Mold the mixture into patties of your desired size.

6. Cook:

   • Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties until they are golden brown and cooked through, turning them once to ensure even cooking.

7. Serve or Freeze:

   • Once cooked, you can serve the sausages immediately or freeze them for later enjoyment. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months, making them a convenient make-ahead breakfast option.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 284.3
• Total Fat: 19.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.6g
• Cholesterol: 107.5mg
• Sodium: 828.8mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 3.9g
  • Fiber: 0.6g
  • Sugar: 3.1g
• Protein: 22.2g

Whether you’re serving these delectable patties for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, they are guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family. Enjoy the delicious flavors of tender chicken, sweet apples, and aromatic spices in every bite of these Homemade Chicken and Apple Sausages! 🍴