8 Easy, Hearty Meals with our New Chicken Sausage
Executive Chef and Director of Culinary and Food Service, Kenny Magana
Whether you’re powering through a busy weeknight or fueling up for the day ahead, a good meal starts with great ingredients. Our NEW CHICKEN SAUSAGE is made fresh — never pre-cooked — with thoughtfully sourced chicken and simple, real ingredients you can actually pronounce. No preservatives. No weird stuff. Just bold flavor and versatility that shines in everything from cozy breakfast bakes to satisfying skillet dinners. And for those of you that may have an allergy or religious dietary restriction to pork and hog casings, our Fresh Chicken Sausages are made using a natural sheep casing.
Here are 8 hearty, crave-worthy meals to make your mornings easier and your evenings more delicious — all starring our fresh chicken sausage.
Savory Apple Chicken Sausage French Toast Casserole
French toast, but make it dinner. Or brunch. Or even better, Breakfast for Dinner! This cozy casserole layers bread, apple sausage, herbs, and a custardy base for a warm, satisfying twist. It’s so versatile, it would be a hit any time of the day.
Cheddar & Apple Sausage Egg Muffins
These handheld breakfast bites are sweet, savory, and totally make-ahead friendly. Packed with eggs, sharp cheddar, juicy apple, and our subtly sweet sausage.
Loaded Southwestern Breakfast Chicken Sausage Frittata
Eggs, peppers, fire roasted corn and queso fresco, and our savory Country Breakfast Chicken Sausage with Sage come together in this one-pan frittata that’s great hot, cold, or reheated on the go.
Sage Chicken Sausage, Potato & Pepper Breakfast Bake
A hearty, savory sheet pan meal that brings together roasted potatoes, bell peppers, and our sage-seasoned Breakfast Chicken Sausage. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or brunch leftovers the next day.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Sausage Tortellini
Think sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and cheesy tortellini in a creamy sauce, finished with juicy slices of Hot Italian Chicken Sausage. Restaurant flavor in a weeknight timeframe.
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Bold, rich, and full of depth — this Southern classic combines our Hot Italian Chicken Sausage with shredded chicken, veggies, and a dark, flavorful roux. Serve with rice and hot sauce on the side.
One-Skillet Italian Chicken Sausage, Peppers & Onions Pasta
This is your weeknight hero: one pan, no stress, all flavor. Hot Italian-seasoned Chicken Sausage, sweet bell peppers, onions, and pasta tossed together in a savory tomato sauce.
Italian Chicken Sausage, Sweet Potato & Corn Sheet Pan Dinner
Sweet meets savory in this colorful, nutritious meal. Roasted sweet potatoes, corn, and Mild Italian Chicken Sausage come together in a no-fuss, flavor-packed sheet pan.
What Makes Our Chicken Sausage Better?
- 100% Air Chilled
- Humanely raised, antibiotic-free chicken
- Natural Sheep Casing, Domestically Cleaned! (avoids common allergens and religious restrictions)
- Fresh and Ready to cook, not cooked twice
- No nitrates or preservatives
- Flavors crafted to pair beautifully with real food
From sweet and savory to bold and herbaceous, our chicken sausage lineup has something for everyone — and every mealtime.
Savory Apple Chicken Sausage French Toast Casserole
This inventive casserole has it all: hearty Bell & Evans Smokey Apple Breakfast Chicken Sausage and buttery, cinnamon-y sweet challah French toast together in one fabulous bake! It’s truly the best of both breakfast worlds. Sweet-and-savory lovers, unite!
Ingredients
- 1 Pkg Bell & Evans Smokey Apple Breakfast Chicken Sausage
- 1 TB Olive oil
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
- 1 (16-oz) loaf Challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 Fiji apple, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 2/3 cup Brown sugar
- 6 large Eggs
- 1 TB Ground cinnamon, divided
- 2 TB Sugar
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Maple syrup, for serving
Preparation
- Heat the oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, flipping occasionally, until golden-brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 14-18 minutes. Slice into 1/4-inch coins and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter. Toss the bread cubes, sausage and apples together in prepared baking dish. Drizzle with the melted butter.
- Whisk the milk, brown sugar, eggs and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon together in a large bowl until combined. Pour milk mixture over bread. Allow bread to soak for 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine sugar and remaining cinnamon together. Sprinkle casserole with cinnamon sugar mixture. Bake until casserole is set and golden-brown, about 40-45 minutes. Let cool for 20 minutes.
- Dust with the powdered sugar. Slice and serve with the maple syrup.
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