Chicken and Apple Burgers

Directions

1. In a small saucepan bring the cider to a boil and cook until it reduces to 3 tablespoons of syrup
2. Remove the bones and skin from the chicken thighs; reserve the skin.
3. Using a food processor, process the chicken with the dried apples. Remove the mixture and place into a large bowl. Add the syrup, salt, pepper, sage, thyme, cinnamon and ginger.
4. Using your hands, mix the chicken mixture until well blended and then form into patties.
5. In a medium-sized sauté pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the patties and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until medium-brown.