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Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with foil.
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Combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
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Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels.
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Coat each chicken breast evenly on both sides with a thin layer of mayonnaise.
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Press chicken breasts into the prepared Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side or until crust turns golden. Do not cook through.
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Transfer seared chicken to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Remove chicken from oven, allow to rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.