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Chicken Sausage

Homemade Chicken Sausage

This homemade chicken sausage recipe is packed with flavor, lean protein, and is easy to customize. Whether you're making Italian, apple, breakfast, or andouille-style chicken sausage, this recipe provides a perfect base for any variation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Searving
Course: Breakfast, dinner, hight protein, Sausage
Cuisine: American, cajun, Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients:
  • 1 lb ground chicken sausage or ground chicken if making from scratch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking if pan-frying
  • Flavor Add-Ins for Variations:
  • Apple Chicken Sausage: 1/2 cup finely diced apples & a pinch of cinnamon
  • Chicken Andouille Sausage: 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper & 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • Italian Chicken Sausage: 1 teaspoon fennel seeds & 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Chicken Breakfast Sausage: 1 teaspoon maple syrup & a pinch of sage

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet or grill
  • Baking sheet (if baking)
  • Air fryer (optional)
  • Sausage casings (optional for links)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Sausage Mix:
  2. If using pre-made ground chicken sausage, mix in the spices.
  3. If starting with plain ground chicken, combine it with all seasoning ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  4. Shape the Sausage (Optional):
  5. For patties: Shape the mixture into small discs.
  6. For links: Use sausage casings or roll into small logs.
  7. For crumbles: Keep the mixture as is.
  8. Cooking Methods:
  9. Pan-Frying: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties or crumbles for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  10. Grilling: Preheat grill to 375°F (190°C). Grill links or patties for 6-8 minutes per side, flipping occasionally.
  11. Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange sausages on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  12. Air Frying: Place patties or links in an air fryer at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping once.

Notes

Pair with eggs for breakfast, toss into pasta, or add to a sandwich for a delicious meal.
Pro Tips:
Keep the meat cold for better texture.
Don’t overmix to prevent toughness.
Let the sausage rest after cooking to retain juiciness.