Preheat your oven to 400°F. This is crucial for achieving that golden brown crust. Make sure your oven is fully heated before placing the chicken inside.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. This step ensures that the chicken is flavorful from the inside out.
In a medium bowl, combine the seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, and chopped parsley. This mixture is where the magic happens, so make sure to mix it well.
In a separate medium bowl, crack the eggs and beat them using a whisk until well combined. This will be your binder for the breading.
Dip the seasoned chicken breasts in flour on both sides to create an initial coating. This step is important to help the egg and breadcrumb layers stick.
Shake off any excess flour before moving to the next step. Too much flour can lead to a clumpy coating.
Dip the flour-coated chicken in the whisked eggs. Ensure that the entire chicken breast is covered in the egg mixture for the breadcrumbs to adhere properly.
Next, dip the egg-coated chicken in the breadcrumb mixture. Gently press the breadcrumbs into the chicken to ensure they adhere. This is where you want to get that crunchy coating.
Place the breaded chicken breasts on a tray lined with baking paper. Make sure there’s space between each piece to allow the heat to circulate.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Check the internal temperature to ensure it's at least 165°F for safety. Enjoy!
