Turkey Breakfast Sausage
Start your morning off right with this flavorful and easy-to-make Turkey Breakfast Sausage recipe! Packed with aromatic spices like sage, thyme, and paprika, these homemade sausage patties are a healthier and leaner alternative to traditional pork sausage while still delivering bold, savory flavor. The addition of optional crushed red pepper flakes adds a kick of heat, while a touch of maple syrup offers a subtle hint of sweetness for a well-balanced taste. Ready in just 22 minutes, these patties are pan-seared to golden perfection, making them the ultimate companion to eggs, toast, or your favorite breakfast sides. Perfect for meal prepping or elevating your weekend brunch, this recipe is a delicious way to start your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp ground sage
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or neutral cooking oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, ground sage, dried thyme, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
If you prefer a slightly sweet flavor, add the maple syrup to the mixture.
Using clean hands or a spoon, mix the ingredients until evenly combined. Avoid over-mixing to ensure tender sausage patties.
Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape them into round, flat patties about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the sausage patties to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.
Cook the patties for 5-6 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes on the other side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) as measured with a meat thermometer.
Remove the patties from the skillet and allow them to rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Serve the turkey breakfast sausage hot alongside eggs, toast, or your favorite breakfast sides. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 917 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 86.2 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 98 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
