Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400°F and position the oven rack in the lower third of the oven.
• In a shallow dish, combine the 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs, 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp Italian seasoning; stir to mix evenly.
• Place the 1/4 cup all-purpose flour in a second shallow dish and the 2 beaten eggs in a third shallow dish.
• Working with one chicken piece at a time, dredge each piece first in the flour, shaking off any excess; then dip it in the beaten eggs; then press it into the bread crumb mixture so both sides are evenly coated.
• Place the coated chicken pieces on a greased baking sheet (or two sheets if needed) in a single layer so they are not touching.
• Bake on the lower oven rack at 400°F for 15–20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F.
• Remove the baking sheet(s) from the oven. Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of marinara sauce over each chicken piece, then top each with the thin slices of the 4 oz fresh mozzarella.
• Move the baking sheet(s) to the top oven rack, set the oven to broil, and broil 3–5 minutes until the mozzarella is melted and beginning to brown (watch closely to avoid burning).
• Remove from the oven, let the chicken rest a minute or two, then serve hot.