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
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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
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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
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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
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Chicken Apple Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add sausage slices and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add broccoli, zucchini, and bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté until tender-crisp, about 6-7 minutes.
- Mix soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ginger in a bowl. Pour into the skillet and toss to coat.
- Return sausage to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes. Serve over rice or noodles.
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Chicken Apple Sausage Breakfast Bowl:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sausage slices until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add spinach and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté until spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a bowl, layer quinoa or roasted sweet potatoes. Add the sausage and veggie mixture on top.
- Cook eggs as desired and place on top. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
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Chicken Apple Sausage Salad:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook sausage slices until browned, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and almonds.
- Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Toss salad with the dressing and top with warm sausage. Serve fresh.
Notes
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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.
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Chicken Apple Sausage Breakfast Bowl:
- Substitute quinoa with rice or cauliflower rice for variety.
- Add avocado slices for extra creaminess.
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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