Ready to dive into the cooking process? Here’s how you can bring this dish to life, step by step:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
2. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and dried oregano.
4. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it into the eggs, then coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
5. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
6. Spoon the marinara sauce evenly over each chicken breast, then top with mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving, if desired.

From my experience, using a meat thermometer ensures your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, leaving no room for error.