Chicken Sausage Salad (gluten free)

This chicken sausage salad is a quick and easy meal that is packed with the best fall flavors. It is made with apple maple chicken sausage, crispy garlic sweet potatoes, and honey mustard. The chicken sausage and crispy sweet potatoes are made in the air fryer so clean up is easy. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or lunch.

This recipe is gluten-free, low fat and low carb. It can easily be made dairy-free and vegan by eliminating the hard boiled egg and the chicken sausage.

why you’ll love this recipe

• This chicken sausage salad is a great recipe for people with dietary restrictions. It’s naturally gluten-free and can be easily adapted to be dairy-free and vegan.
• You can preare this salad ahead of time and bring it with you to school or work. Just add the dressing when you are ready to eat.
• It’s easy to make: This salad comes together in just 30 minutes or less, with minimal steps and ingredients.
• It’s healthy: This salad is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins from the chicken sausage, lettuce, tomato, and sweet potato.
• It’s versatile: You can easily customize this salad to your liking by adding different vegetables, or nuts.
• This air fryer chicken sausage salad is a great recipe for busy people who want to eat healthy.
• It’s easy to with a different salad dressing every time to switch it up.
• It is easy to switch the flavor of the chicken sausage and get a whole new salad.

ingredients & substitutions

Chicken sausage

Chicken sausage in this chicken sausage salad has a mild. For this recipe I used an apple maple flavored chicken sausage but you can use any flavor you want. The apple maple is fall themed but not overwelming. You can also use garlic flavored chicken sausage or a spicy one!

Chicken sausage is a good source of lean protein. It is also relatively low in calories and fat compared to other types of sausage.

If you don’t have chicken sausage, you can substitute any other type of chicken such as grilled chicken or gluten free chicken cutlet. You can also use any sausage, such as pork sausage, turkey sausage, or beef sausage.

Lettuce

Lettuce is a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber. It is also low in calories and fat.

If you don’t have lettuce, you can substitute any other type of leafy green vegetable, such as spinach, kale, or arugula in this chicken sausage salad.

Hard-boiled egg

Hard-boiled eggs are a good source of protein, iron, and healthy fats.

If you don’t have hard-boiled eggs, you can substitute another source of protein or fat, such as nuts or avocado. If you are vegan or vegetarian or don’t eat eggs you can skip it!

Tomato

Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium.

If you don’t have tomatoes, you can substitute another type of fruit or vegetable, such as cucumber, carrots, or apples in this chicken sausage salad.

Sweet potato

Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber. They are also a good source of potassium and magnesium.

If you don’t have sweet potatoes, you can substitute another type of starchy vegetable, such as air fried white potatoes, air fried butternut squash, or air fried acorn squash. If you don’t have an air fryer you can use your oven and bake it.

Honey mustard dressing

Honey mustard dressing has a sweet and tangy flavor.

If you don’t have honey mustard dressing for this chicken sausage salad, you can substitute another type of dressing, such as ranch dressing, Italian dressing, or Caesar dressing. You can also make your own honey mustard dressing by combining honey, mustard, mayonnaise, and vinegar.

taste & texture

The air fryer chicken sausage salad is filled with fall flavors such as apple, maple, sweet potatoes and garlic. The honey mustard dressing adds a touch of sweetness and tanginess, and it ties all of the flavors together.

The overall texture of the chicken sausage salad is a mix of soft and crunchy. The chicken sausage, lettuce, and sweet potato are all crispy around the edges and soft in the inside, while the hard-boiled egg and tomato add a bit of crunch. The honey mustard dressing helps to bind all of the ingredients together, and it also adds a bit of creaminess to the salad.

directions

Step 1

Make the chicken sausage. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the chicken sausage into bite-sized pieces. Place the sausage pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the sausage is cooked through and browned. Remove from air fryer and set aside.

Step 2

Make the sweet potatoes. On a cutting board, cut the sweet potato into bite-sized cubes. Toss the sweet potato cubes with a drizzle of olive oil, garlic powder, and onion powder. Place the sweet potato cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender and browned.

Step 3

Throw the chicken sausage back in with the sweet potaotes when there is 1 minute left to warm them.

Step 4

Assemble the salad. Place the lettuce in a large bowl. Top with the chicken sausage, hard-boiled egg, tomato, and roasted sweet potato. Drizzle the chicken sausage salad with honey mustard dressing to taste.

expert tips & tricks

• If you don’t have an air fryer, you can brown the chicken sausage in a skillet over medium heat and roast the sweet potato in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Serve with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.
• Use precooked chicken sausage. This will save you a lot of time in the kitchen.
• Roast the sweet potato in the air fryer while you’re browning the chicken sausage. This will help you save time and dishes.
• Chop all of your vegetables ahead of time. This will make assembling the chicken sausage salad a breeze.
• If you are serving the chicken sausage salad to a group, you can make a large batch and place it in a serving bowl. You can also set up a toppings bar with different types of dressings, vegetables, and nuts.
• If you are storing the chicken sausage salad for later, be sure to dress it individually before serving. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
• You can also store the chicken sausage salad ingredients separately in the fridge and assemble the salad when you are ready to eat.

how to make this low fat

To make this chicken sausage salad recipe low fat, you can use low-fat or fat-free honey mustard dressing. You can also reduce the amount of oil used to roast the sweet potato.

how to make this vegan

To make this chicken sausage salad recipe vegan, you can substitute vegan chicken sausage for the chicken sausage. You can also use a vegan honey mustard dressing or make your own by combining vegan mayonnaise, mustard, vegan honey or maple syrup, and vinegar.

how to serve & store

To store the chicken sausage salad in the fridge, place it in an airtight container. The salad will last for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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