Turkish Pistachio-Crusted Baked Chicken with Herb Yogurt

This dish takes a simple baked chicken breast and gives it a Turkish-inspired crust: crushed pistachios mixed with whole wheat breadcrumbs, pressed onto the chicken before it goes into the oven. The nuts turn golden and add a real crunch that a plain breadcrumb crust just doesn't have.

Pistachios bring genuine zinc to this dish, and combined with the chicken's own protein and zinc content, this is a solidly thyroid-conscious main. A cool, herby yogurt sauce with dill, mint, and lemon is spooned over the top or served alongside for dipping, which balances the richness of the crust nicely.

It bakes in about 25 minutes and works equally well sliced over a salad or served whole with a side of roasted vegetables, making it an easy one to build a week of lunches around.