This will be shocking: the recipe was inspired by a recent meal at an Indian restaurant.
One day I’ll get over this Indian obsession.
In my defense, this #strangebutgood creation doesn’t actually involve Indian flavors (for a change). Unless you count cinnamon and ginger, but I put those on basically everything. Several weeks ago I enjoyed a meal at a new Indian restaurant, Chai Pani. New to Atlanta, I should say. They have a location in Asheville, NC. It’s an Indian street food concept, but it actually is a sit-down restaurant. And it’s good!
The inspiration for my pizza creation came from the Tandoori Fish Wrap I ordered. It consisted of “Tilapia seared with tandoori spices in a griddled wrap (brushed w/ egg) with onions, cilantro, rice, roasted lentils & chutneys.”
Tandoori Fish Wrap at Chai Pani
My non-Indian pizza version was a simple baked chicken breast. The sweet and tangy grapefruit against the plain chicken was refreshing.
The bit of basil on top was a nice green addition, both in terms of taste and looks. Of course I topped it with a little more cinnamon. The warm spice always reminds me of dessert!
This could so easily be made vegetarian with tofu. I absolutely love the way it puffs up when it bakes… that will for sure be my next version! I think you could even use a flax egg in place of my “real” egg whites for a vegan version. Someone let me know if that works.
Griddled bread. Coolest idea ever. It’s like French toast from the ‘hood. (Get it? Wrap? Rap? Blessed are those who amuse themselves…) See the crispy, egg-y goodness peeling back from the tortilla? That’s #strangebutgood heaven, friends.
Griddled Chicken & Grapefruit Pizza
- 2 T egg whites
- 1 tsp flax seed
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1 corn tortilla
- 1/2 grapefruit, sectioned
- 2 oz chicken, cubed
- Basil
In a small bowl, combine egg whites, flax, and spices.
Place tortilla in a small pan over medium-high heat. Pour egg mixture on top.
Cook 1-2 mins, until egg starts to firm. Flip the tortilla, cooking 1-2 mins more.
Remove from heat and place on a baking sheet or pizza stone (or keep on pan if oven-proof). Top with grapefruit sections, chicken, and basil. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon, if desired.
Place in oven under broil for 15 mins, until slightly browned. Watch closely so as not to burn.
Remove from oven, plate, and enjoy!
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I’m headed back home today. I packed all that food, but now I have NO idea what I’ll eat until I get to the grocery store Saturday afternoon! Whoops!
Have you ever had a griddled wrap?
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This looks so cool!
And it’s kind of weird it was inspired by an Indian restaurant haha. You’d never guess by the title of the recipe!
I kind of like this idea of adding grapefruit, I’m just trying to imagine how it’d taste together. I’m sure delicious:)
Happy Friday!
I was going to add Indian flavors, but I thought maybe I’d posted enough Indian for a while. LOL!
So creative!! And I especially love the fresh basil!
Yum! I wouldn’t have thought to put chicken and grapefruit together! I wonder if this would work, sans tortilla? Maybe all atop an egg puff?
Thanks for the ideas!
Of course! It would also be good on my cauliflower crust. 🙂
I’m not all that sure how I feel about the chicken and grapefruit combo, but oh man… I’m all over that griddled bread! I’m not generally a fan of French toast because it tends to make the bread too soggy for my tastes, but pouring eggs over a wrap?! Genius!
Fruit and chicken are good! Think chicken salad. 🙂
Grapefruit and chicken sounds delish! Add griddled bread – yum!
Crazy crazy times in your kitchen, Laura!! I have a bit of hodge podge ingredients in my fridge, too. 🙂
I think I’d have fun playing in your fridge!
I haven’t had my coffee yet, so maybe THAT’S why ‘French toast from the hood’ was so funny…although if we wanted to be completely un-PC you’d probably say ‘French toast from the barrio’…since tortillas are Latinas.
I was trying to be a little PC… hahaha!
ooooh GRIDDLED PIZZA screams my name…
This IS a strange but good idea! I do like broiled grapefruit, so I’m guessing this would work too! And anything with cinnamon is a winner. 🙂
Broiled grapefruit is my favorite breakfast food!
Love the looks and sounds of this! Yum!
Grapefruit and chicken sounds amazing!!! I love the refreshing, sweet taste of grapefruit too! And the griddle cake is genius! I am definitely going to have to try this! Hope you have a safe trip back from AZ!
Can’t blame your Indian obsession. It’s just too delicious! I just bought a vindaloo spice blend from a local spice shop last weekend, and I can’t wait to use it!
Ohhhh… I’m going to have to try to make my own vindaloo next. Awesome idea!
grapefruit on a pizza?? definitely strange but i’d be willing to give it a shot! you always do have the strange but good combos!!
Haha – I swear they really are good! 🙂
i have yet to try broiled grapefruit, what is WRONG with me?!
Lindsay. I must order you to do this at once. You are going to die of happiness. Really.
I want to go to Chai Pani again soon! Let’s plan to go.
Yes! In 2 more weeks. 🙂
Love the flavors in this! I actually love the chicken and grapefruit combination! So good.
Laura,
How clever is this? Too bad I used up all my grapefruit in muffins. (Yes, I could go buy more grapefruit, but my mom makes candied grapefruit peel so I would feel compelled not to waste the peel, but mom was here last month and made some that is still hanging out in my freezer so I don’t want to make more. I have issues.)
I love the idea of using the stovetop to make a pizza–my kitchen is cold in the winter and hot in the summer, so the less oven use the better (but then there’s the pesky broiler . . .).
I love the idea of chicken and grapefruit, so I’m going to play–thanks!
Thank you!!! 🙂
Sometimes I’m not sure how the flax or chia trick will work. But it’s worth a shot. Though, the eggs help with protein. I haven’t had grapefruit since the 2nd grade when I had some with french toast for breakfast and threw it all up in the school office. TMI?
Ewwww… I don’t eat meatloaf for the same reason.
WHY have I not put grapefruit on a pizza?! Like, WHY NOT?! It sounds amazing.
I ordered that same tandoori fish wrap when I went to Chai Pani a few weeks ago, it was so good! Your pizza idea is fantastic, love that you thought to put grapefruit on it. Something I wouldn’t have thought of but makes perfect sense now that I see it.
Thanks! I really love citrus flavors with chicken or fish.
Love how you put the tortilla in the egg mix first to thicken it up.. smart thinking 😉
Both dishes look incredible! Yet again, your creativity is out of control awesome. Can’t wait for you to be back in the city! Hopefully we can go for another walk!! Are you planning on going to Dogwood at all this weekend?
I didn’t get to go at ALL! Did you? I sounded like fun from my patio. 🙂
I didn’t make it either. Let’s just say Saturday caught up to me on Sunday and I didn’t get much done…
Your #strangebutgood cooking skills are brilliant. And no, you won’t get over your Indian food obsession. I know from experience. 😉
I know! I do go through phases with it – Indian to Mexican to Italian to Mid-Eastern. Variety is the spice! 🙂
when I saw the basil and grapefruit in this recipe the word “cocktail” sprang to mind. Maybe with some white rum or tequilla. hmmmmmmmmmmm….
Don’t tempt me. 2 more weeks…
its always so interesting to see different food combossss – love where you get your inspirations from
Thank you! I am the girl who reads menus for fun… 😉
This sounds so fun! I would have never thought to combine grapefruit and chicken on a pizza. With all the people who love ham and pineapple pizzas i’m sure they would love this flavor combination too 🙂
That’s a great point – I didn’t think of that combo-relationship.
I need you & Sarah & a few others to be my personal cooks! 🙂
We would have SO much fun!
What a fantastic idea. I would never think of using grapefruit like this. And the tortilla in the egg mix? Genius.
Thank you!!! I can’t wait til I can play with the idea some more.
Looks good! I’m gonna have to try that egg white & flax over the tortilla for sure. The other night I made a chocolate egg white crepe and added 1/2 tsp baking powder to make it fluffy. It was like cake! 🙂
Don’t you love the baking powder trick?! Have you added it to oats yet? So fluffy!
another genius creation, in every way. I love grapefruit and KNOW this is good…
safe travels!
OMFG – I have a HUGE obsession with this recipe. HUGE! This recipe is sexier than Ryan Gosling… Well, I may take that back if I ever find him in my bed! 😉
Bwhahaha! I’d think that would be a fair take-back.
Can I tell you how much I appreciate you always thinking about posible ways to make your recipes vegetarian & vegan. It warms my heart! 🙂
You know I love your plant-lovin’ self. 😉
Zomg! This looks good. Never get over the Indian obsession, if by “Indian” you just mean “using delicious spices”. SPICES ARE THE BEST.
Omg, that wrap sounds AMAZING!! I really want to try more Indian food, but I’m such a wimp when it comes to spice! I need to find a place that has a good buffet so I can try a little bit of everything!
And now I’m craving grapefruit. I never crave grapefruit. I never eat grapefruit (because it counters birth control and Heather is in no way ready for that now), but I’m thinking come next “sugar pill week” this will have to happen. With cinnamon…lots and lots of cinnamon! Yes.
Annnnnnnd broccoli bombing is now COMPLETE! If you need me, I’ll be over in Miss Smart’s Kitchen! 😉 xoxo
It’s really isn’t spicy! Next time you come I’ll take you to my favorite place. Totally different style of Indian and absolutely delish!
Love a broccoli bomb. Made me day. 🙂
I love the sound of fresh basil! Yum!
Mmm grapefruit + chicken sounds like a tasty combo! Also as chicken salad style… I’ve tried grapes before and thought it was delic 🙂
I didn’t even THINK of chicken salad! Awesome association. Mom always made it with grapes, apples, and a celery. And mayo – blech. LOL!
There’s no getting over an Indian food obsession. Or at least I hope not–that stuff is good! And egg-white lined flatbread? That’s brilliant! Deliciously brilliant.
Haha definitely wouldn’t think to combine grapefruit and chicken, but then again, you’re the queen of strange-but-good combinations!
This is definitely strange, I must say. But I’m imagining it right now and I think that it may actually taste good. I’m totally a pineapple girl but I guess i can make an exception.