Maple Sage Chicken Breakfast Sausage
If your mornings feel like a race against time (and tiny humans), you’re not alone. Between getting everyone dressed, fed, and out the door, breakfast can easily turn into something rushed—or skipped altogether.
That’s why I love having simple, protein-packed options ready to go. These maple sage chicken breakfast sausages have become a staple in our house. They’re naturally sweet, perfectly savory, and soft enough for toddlers to enjoy—without any of the mystery ingredients you find in store-bought versions.
And the best part? They’re made in the air fryer and come together quickly with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.
Why Moms Love This Recipe
There’s something really comforting about making your own breakfast sausage. You know exactly what’s going in, and you can feel good serving it to your family.
These are:
Made with simple, real ingredients
Naturally sweetened with maple syrup
Soft and easy for toddlers to chew
Great for meal prep (make once, enjoy all week)
They also smell amazing while cooking—like a cozy fall morning, even if you’re rushing through a Tuesday.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tblsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp dried sage (or 2 tsp fresh sage)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh thyme)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Preheat
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
Mix the sausage
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, maple syrup, olive oil, and all spices.
Mix until evenly combined (don’t overmix).
Shape
Form into small round balls using an ice cream scooper (about 1.5 in diameter).
Cook
Place in a single layer in the air fryer.
Cook at 400°F for 14–16 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Check doneness
Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
Serve
Enjoy warm with your favorite breakfast sides.
