Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Apple Sausage Recipe

Inspired by Herons
Time1h 30m
Serves8

Make Chicken Apple Sausage Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Fruits

Spices & Seasonings

Extras

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Apples

    Core and finely chop the fresh apples. Set aside in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Mix the Meat

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken and pork fat. Mix well until evenly combined.

  3. 3

    Add Seasonings

    Add salt, black pepper, ground sage, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, and paprika to the meat mixture. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Apples

    Fold the chopped apples into the meat and seasoning mixture until evenly distributed.

Stuffing Sausages

  1. 5

    Prepare Casings

    Rinse the natural casings in cold water and soak them for about 30 minutes. Rinse again inside and out.

  2. 6

    Stuff the Sausages

    Using a sausage stuffer, carefully fill the casings with the chicken and apple mixture. Be careful not to overstuff.

  3. 7

    Twist and Tie

    Twist the sausages into links about 6 inches long and tie with kitchen twine.

Cooking

  1. 8

    Cook the Sausages

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the sausages for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and golden brown.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then serve hot. Enjoy your homemade chicken apple sausages!

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