Prepare the Chicken:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly with cooking spray.
2. Flatten the Chicken: For even cooking, gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This ensures the chicken cooks uniformly and remains juicy.
3. Season the Chicken: Lightly season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. This simple step enhances the overall flavor.

Prepare the Breading Station:

4. Set Up the Breading Station:
   • In one shallow dish, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and basil. Mix well.
   • In another shallow dish, beat the eggs until well combined.
   • In a third dish, add the flour.

Coat the Chicken:

5. Dredge the Chicken: Start by dredging each chicken breast in the flour, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
6. Dip in Egg: Next, dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s fully coated.
7. Coat in Parmesan Mixture: Finally, coat the egg-dipped chicken breasts in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks.

Cook the Chicken:

8. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the crust begins to turn golden brown.
9. Bake: Once the chicken is seared on both sides, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). The crust should be crispy and golden brown.

Serve:

10. Garnish and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad.