Combine 1 pound of ground chicken, ¼ cup of maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1 teaspoon of dried sage, 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper in a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly.

With clean hands, take approximately 1.5 to 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture and shape into round patties about ½ inch thick.

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat until it shimmers.

Carefully place the patties in the skillet and cook each side for approximately 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes until fully cooked through.

Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil and serve immediately, or cool completely before storing.