20 oz lean ground chicken or turkey breast 1/4 cup plus 3 tbsp white whole-wheat flour, divided 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large egg, whisked well 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage leaves 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, plus additional to taste, optional 1/2 tsp sea salt, divided 1/8 tsp fresh ground black pepper, divided 1 tsp grape seed or safflower oil, divided 1 apple, halved, cored and each half cut into thin slices (TIP: Make sure to cut apple slices the same thickness to they'll cook evenly.) 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon

In a medium bowl, gently knead together chicken, 3 tbsp flour, garlic, egg, sage, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1/4 tsp plus 1/8 tsp salt and pinch pepper. Shape mixture into 4 1/2-inch thick patties (NOTE: The mixture will be slightly sticky.) To a shallow bowl, add remaining 1/4 cup flour and dredge each patty in flour to coat both sides.
Brush a large nonstick skillet with 1/2 tsp oil and heat on medium. Add patties and cook on 1 side until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Flip patties over and pres down gently on each with a spatula. Continue cooking until bottom sides are golden brown and patties are cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes.
Meanwhile, brush a medium skillet with remaining 1/2 tsp oil and heat on medium. Add apple, remaining 1/8 tsp salt, remaining pinch pepper, cinnamon and 1/4 cup water. Saute, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until apples are tender, about 10 minutes.
Divide patties among serving plates and top with apples. Drizzle with additional maple syrup (if using).