Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
These homemade Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages are healthy, juicy, and perfectly spiced, with just the right hint of maple sweetness to make every bite feel special. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or making a cozy brunch spread, they’re guaranteed to be a hit. I have made these sausages time and time again and perfected this recipe to share with you!
While there are a lot of breakfast sausage recipes out there, my healthy recipe is the best for a few key reasons: it’s balanced without being overly sweet, savory without being bland, and has a lean, protein-packed base that keeps you satisfied longer. Using ground chicken or turkey makes them lighter than pork sausages, and with just a few pantry spices and real maple syrup, the flavor is anything but basic.
Plus, this recipe is all about fresh taste and simplicity. No grinding your own meat (though you could!), no overly complex steps, no weird additives—just clean, wholesome ingredients and big flavor. I love that this replaced the processed breakfast sausage meat I was previously adding to my meals!
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- Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ingredients
- How To Make The Best Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
- How to Serve Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
- Substitutions and Variations
- Storing Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
- More Breakfast Ideas:
- Rate this Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausage Recipe
- Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet & savory balance: The maple syrup and spices create an irresistible flavor combo that pairs well with any breakfast!
- Lean protein: Made with ground chicken or turkey for a healthy, fresh, light, protein-rich option that is jazzed up to something special in no time
- Quick and easy: Ready in under 20 minutes with minimal prep, and homemade with pantry friendly ingredients.
- Meal prep friendly: Freeze beautifully and reheat like a dream.
Ingredients
- Ground chicken (or turkey) – A lean protein base that’s lighter than pork but still flavorful.
- Poultry seasoning – A classic blend of herbs (like sage and thyme) that adds depth and warmth needed in a breakfast sausage recipe. I use this one.
- Paprika – Gives a subtle smokiness and a hint of color.
- Garlic powder – Adds savory, aromatic flavor without chopping.
- Onion powder – Balances the garlic and brings a touch of sweetness.
- Cumin – Earthy and slightly nutty, rounding out the spice profile.
- Kosher salt – Coarser than table salt, which helps it distribute more evenly and season more gently.
- Maple syrup – Real maple syrup adds a natural sweetness and caramelized flavor when cooked, and it pairs so well with the savory spices and sage.
- Olive oil – Used for cooking the sausages of course!
See recipe card for quantities.
How To Make The Best Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
- Mix the sausage base – In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, poultry seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, kosher salt, and maple syrup.
- Form into patties or links – Use your hands to gently mix and shape into 6 equal patties or sausage-shaped links.
- Cook the sausages – Add olive oil to a skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up. Add the patties (or links) to the skillet. Cook for 3–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve and enjoy – Plate them hot and serve with your favorite breakfast dishes!
How to Serve Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
- In an egg McMuffin with scrambled eggs, cheese, sauce, and English muffins.
- Alongside buttermilk pancakes or waffles for a sweet-savory combo.
- In a healthy breakfast toast with a fried egg and sourdough bread.
- With roasted potatoes or a simple fresh green salad for a light brunch.
- As part of a freezer meal prep with grains and greens.
Substitutions and Variations
- Ground turkey: This poultry works just as well if you don’t have chicken.
- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne to the ground chicken.
- Go herbaceous: Try chopped fresh sage or rosemary for a seasonal twist. You can also add a pinch of fennel seeds to the chicken maple breakfast sausages.
- Shape matters: Patties are faster, but links are fun for brunch platters.
Storing Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
To make ahead: Form the homemade sausages and store them uncooked in the fridge for up to 2 days.
To freeze: Place raw patties on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a zip-top bag for up to 3 months.
To store cooked sausages: Keep cooked healthy chicken maple breakfast sausages in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet, toaster oven, or microwave.
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Chicken Maple Breakfast Sausages
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Mix the sausage base – In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, poultry seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, kosher salt, and maple syrup.
- Form into patties or links – Use your hands to gently mix and shape into 6 equal patties or sausage-shaped links.
- Cook the sausages – Add olive oil to a skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up. Add the patties (or links) to the skillet. Cook for 3–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve and enjoy – Plate them hot and serve with your favorite breakfast dishes!
If you’re looking for a breakfast recipe after a solid lifting workout look no further. Perfect combination of sweetness and protein to start my day. Thanks for sharing your recipe!