Erika Schlick, Author of the Wandering Palate, joins us once again from her kitchen to share one of her favorite breakfast recipes! With a mixture of savory chicken, earthy sage and sweet apple, these Chicken Apple Patties are an absolute must this fall.
Erika's recipe for Chicken Apple Patties:
Ingredients
1 apple 1 lb. ground chicken
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 mandolinor box grater. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove the excess moisture.
2. In abowl, 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 skilletset 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.
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