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Grilled Chicken Apple Sausage served with a side of roasted potatoes and fresh greens.

Chicken Apple Sausage: 3 Healthy Recipe Ideas to Try


  • Author: Louisa
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

  • Chicken Apple Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry: A quick and healthy stir-fry bursting with the flavors of chicken apple sausage and vibrant vegetables in a savory-sweet sauce.
  • Chicken Apple Sausage Breakfast Bowl: A hearty and protein-packed breakfast bowl layered with sausage, greens, and eggs for a delicious start to the day.
  • Chicken Apple Sausage Salad: A fresh and light salad with chicken apple sausage, mixed greens, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

Ingredients

Scale

 

  1. Chicken Apple Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry:

    • 4 chicken apple sausages, sliced
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 zucchini, sliced
    • 1 cup broccoli florets
    • 1/4 cup soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  2. Chicken Apple Sausage Breakfast Bowl:

    • 2 chicken apple sausages, sliced
    • 2 cups cooked quinoa or roasted sweet potatoes
    • 1 cup spinach
    • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 2 eggs (fried or scrambled)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  3. Chicken Apple Sausage Salad:

    • 2 chicken apple sausages, sliced
    • 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, kale, etc.)
    • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
    • 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

 

  1. Chicken Apple Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry:

    1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
    2. Add sausage slices and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
    3. Add broccoli, zucchini, and bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté until tender-crisp, about 6-7 minutes.
    4. Mix soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ginger in a bowl. Pour into the skillet and toss to coat.
    5. Return sausage to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes. Serve over rice or noodles.
  2. Chicken Apple Sausage Breakfast Bowl:

    1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sausage slices until browned, about 5 minutes.
    2. Add spinach and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté until spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
    3. In a bowl, layer quinoa or roasted sweet potatoes. Add the sausage and veggie mixture on top.
    4. Cook eggs as desired and place on top. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
  3. Chicken Apple Sausage Salad:

    1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook sausage slices until browned, about 5 minutes.
    2. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and almonds.
    3. Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
    4. Toss salad with the dressing and top with warm sausage. Serve fresh.

Notes

  • Chicken Apple Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry:

    • Swap soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
    • Add sesame seeds or cashews for extra crunch.
  • Chicken Apple Sausage Breakfast Bowl:

    • Substitute quinoa with rice or cauliflower rice for variety.
    • Add avocado slices for extra creaminess.
  • Chicken Apple Sausage Salad:

    • Replace feta cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
    • Add fresh fruit like apples or dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish, Breakfast, Salad
  • Method: Stove
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion (¼ of the recipe)
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 780 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg