Flavorful Lean Chicken Sausage (Print)
Lean chicken patties seasoned with fresh herbs and spices for juicy, flavorful bites.
# Ingredient list:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground chicken (preferably thigh for juiciness)
→ Aromatics & Herbs
02 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
03 - 2 teaspoons fresh sage, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried)
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Seasonings
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
08 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
10 - ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Binders
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for cooking)
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, gently combine ground chicken, parsley, sage, thyme, garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, red pepper flakes, and olive oil. Avoid overmixing.
02 - Divide mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty approximately 2.5 inches wide and ½ inch thick.
03 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add a thin layer of olive oil.
04 - Place patties in skillet spaced apart. Cook 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Remove patties and drain briefly on paper towels. Serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Chicken thigh keeps things juicy and forgiving, not the dry disappointment of all-white meat.
- Fresh herbs make your kitchen smell like a farmer's market, not a processed food factory.
- Eight little patties means breakfast for four, or leftovers that reheat beautifully on a Thursday morning.
02 -
- Do not overmix the chicken or your sausages will become dense and rubbery; gentle folding is your friend here.
- Thigh meat matters—white meat alone will disappoint you, no matter how carefully you cook it.
03 -
- Let your ground chicken sit out for ten minutes before mixing so it's not ice-cold, which helps the herbs and spices distribute more evenly.
- If your sausages are browning too quickly before cooking through, lower the heat slightly and cover the skillet with a lid for the last minute of cooking to ensure they reach the proper temperature without burning.