Back

Easy Roasted Garlic and Feta Chicken Sausage Dish: A Flavorful Dinner Recipe

Easy Roasted Garlic and Feta Chicken Sausage Dish: A Flavorful Dinner Recipe

If you are craving a taste of Greece look no further than this mouthwatering roasted garlic and feta chicken sausage recipe. Inspired by the vibrant flavors of Astoria, New York’s Greek community, this homemade sausage perfectly balances the richness of roasted garlic with the tangy bite of feta cheese.

Unlike store-bought alternatives that often overpower with artificial flavors, this recipe lets the natural tastes of chicken, garlic, and feta shine through. The result? A succulent sausage that’s bursting with Mediterranean flair, perfect for your next backyard barbecue or family dinner.

Ready to elevate your sausage-making game? Let’s dive into this delectable recipe that’ll have your taste buds dancing the Sirtaki!

Roasted Garlic and Feta Chicken Sausage Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 small heads garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 pounds skin on, boneless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 10 ounces feta cheese, crumbled, divided
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons juice from 1 to 2 lemons, chilled
  • Natural hog casings, soaked in lukewarm water for at least 30 minutes and rinsed

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Slice off the top quarters of the garlic heads. Place them cut-side down on a sheet of aluminum foil, drizzle with olive oil, and seal the foil. Roast directly on the oven rack for about 20 minutes until the cloves turn brown and soft. Let them cool for 10 minutes, then squeeze the roasted garlic into a small bowl.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the roasted garlic, chicken, half of the feta cheese, shallots, oregano, salt, and pepper. Chill the mixture until you’re ready to grind.
  3. Using a meat grinder with a small die, grind the mixture into a bowl set in ice.
  4. Transfer the ground mixture to a standing mixer. Using the paddle attachment, mix on low speed for 1 minute. Add the remaining feta, vinegar, and lemon juice. Increase speed to medium and mix for another minute until the liquid is fully incorporated.
  5. Form a small patty from the sausage mixture and cook it in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Keep the rest of the mixture refrigerated.
  6. Stuff the sausage mixture into the prepared hog casings, twisting into 6-inch links. Refrigerate until you’re ready to cook.
  7. To cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the sausages until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
212 Calories
12g Fat
3g Carbs
25g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 20
Amount per serving
Calories 212
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 126mg 42%
Sodium 700mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 25g
Vitamin C 3mg 13%
Calcium 101mg 8%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 295mg 6%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

You may also like: