Apple is a surprising pairing to chicken, but adds so much flavor and sweetness. Earthy sage and garlic bring these breakfast patties back into savory land so you have a contrast of tastes on your palate as you eat them.

This recipe is from my cookbook, Wandering Palate.

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-10 minutes

Ingredients

1 apple
1 lb. ground chicken (Order grass-fed meat from Butcher Box (discount varies) or US Wellness Meats (15% off first 2 orders) with code TRAILTOHEALTH)
½ teaspoon chopped fresh sage
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon coconut oil
sautéed spinach or collard greens, for serving

Directions

1. Peel and shred the apple with a mandolin or box grater. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove the excess moisture.

2. In a bowl, gently knead the ground chicken with the apple, sage, cinnamon, maple syrup (if using), salt, garlic powder and onion powder until combined. Divide and form into eight 3-inch patties.

3. Heat the coconut oil in a skillet set over medium heat and pan fry the patties until lightly browned and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes per side.

4. Divide the patties between two plates and serve with collard greens or spinach that has been sautéed in butter or coconut oil.