Maple Chicken Sausage Breakfast Patties are a healthier option made with ground chicken, maple syrup, and simple and clean ingredients. These sweet and savory breakfast sausages bring a unique flavor combination thatโs irresistible โ think tender ground chicken infused with the richness of pure maple syrup. Perfect with a fried egg or on an English muffin for a satisfying start to your day.
Why Youโll Love This Recipe
- A lighter breakfast sausage option compared to traditional pork sausage. Looking for other pork recipes? Try our quick and easy ground pork lettuce wraps or our sweet pork (no soda) recipes.
- Unique sweet and savory flavor combination with maple syrup and chicken.
- Uses clean ingredients and ground chicken breast for a lean protein boost.
- Great for meal prep, simply make a double batch and freeze for later.
- Delicious on their own, crumbled into egg bakes, or as a sandwich on a biscuit or English muffin with a fried egg and slice of cheese. You can also add this sausage patty to our meal prep breakfast sandwich recipe.
Ingredient Notes
- Ground chicken: We prefer to use lean ground chicken breast for this recipe. Some of our other favorite ground chicken recipes include Greek chicken meatballs and quick and easy ramen noodle stir fry.
- Maple syrup: Use pure maple syrup for best flavor.
- Olive oil: Helps with browning and prevents sticking when cooking.
- Black pepper & red pepper flakes: Add red pepper flakes for a kick.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Swap maple syrup with honey if preferred.
- Adjust spice by adding more black pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Great to serve with a fried egg or in an English muffin or biscuit (try our Greek yogurt biscuit) for a satisfying breakfast.
- Make a double batch and freeze extras in ziploc bags for busy mornings.
- If you are a fan of traditional pork sausage, you can still use this recipe with ground pork in place of ground chicken if preferred.
How to Make Maple Chicken Sausage Breakfast Patties
For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, maple syrup, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, sage, and thyme.
Step 2: Mix gently with your hands or a spatula until everything is evenly incorporated.
Step 3: With damp hands, form the mixture into 8โ10 small patties, about 2 inches wide and ยฝ inch thick. Place them on a plate or tray.
Step 4: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the sausage patties in a single layer. You may need to cook the patties in batches depending on your pan size.
Cook the patties for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165ยฐF.
Chicken Sausage Patties FAQs
Store cooled patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
โFreeze cooked or uncooked patties in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag separated by parchment paper. To reheat, warm cooked patties in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side or microwave for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Yes, these sausage patties are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
Yes, ground pork can be substituted for a more traditional sausage flavor.
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Maple Chicken Breakfast Sausage Patties
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ยฝ teaspoon pepper
- ยพ teaspoon paprika
- ยพ teaspoon garlic powder
- ยฝ teaspoon dried sage
- ยฝ teaspoon dried thyme
- ยฝ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil, for cooking
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, maple syrup, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, sage, and thyme. Mix gently with your hands or a spatula until everything is evenly incorporated.
- With damp hands, form the mixture into 8โ10 small patties, about 2 inches wide and ยฝ inch thick. Place them on a plate or tray.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the sausage patties in a single layer. You may need to cook the patties in batches depending on your pan size.
- Cook the patties for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165ยฐF.
Notes
- Save time/prep ahead:
- Rather than forming patties cook the chicken sausage as crumbles instead, cutting down on prep time.
- Make a double batch and freeze uncooked patties separated by parchment for quick meals. Cooked patties can also be frozen and reheated for a fast breakfast.
- Form patties and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking. You can also pre-cook and refrigerate for easy weekday breakfasts โ just reheat in a skillet or microwave.
- These sausage patties are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
- The recipe can be found on My Fitness Pal by searching "BWB Chicken Breakfast Sausage Patties." The nutrition content provided for each recipe is an estimate created through the My Fitness Pal database. Please be aware that the nutritional content of each recipe may vary based on the products you use, the precision of your measurements, and the source you use to obtain nutrition data. While we try to provide accurate information, we give no guarantee regarding the accuracy of the nutritional information provided.
Emily
YUM! I made these to put on breakfast sandwiches and they are so delicious. While I do like sausage, it doesnโt always sit well, so I am so excited to have this recipe as a healthy and delicious option!
Olivia & Annie
So glad to hear you liked the recipe and that it will be a good option for you Emily! Thanks so much for letting us know!
Kambrie Wilkinson
Made this to have with breakfasts or even snacks all week, they were so easy and taste amazing! Iโm not a fan of regular sausage so this maple chicken patties were a great option for me!
Olivia & Annie
We're so glad to hear that this recipe turned out well for you Kambrie! Thanks so much for letting us know and leaving a rating and review!