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cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: mozzarella cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based protein option.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Rinse quinoa under cold water and drain.

In a large saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add bell pepper, zucchini, and spinach; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cooked quinoa, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Transfer mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.

Place chicken breast on top of the quinoa mixture; season with salt and pepper.

Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove foil, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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