1. Preparing for Baking:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
• Arrange the cubed chicken in a single layer on the pan. Season evenly with salt and pepper on both sides.

2. Setting Up the Dipping Station:

• Prepare three bowls for coating the chicken.
• In the first bowl, add the flour.
• In the second bowl, pour in the beaten eggs.
• In the third bowl, mix together breadcrumbs or panko, grated Parmesan cheese, and minced parsley.

3. Coating the Chicken:

• Coat each piece of chicken by first dipping it in the flour, shaking off any excess.
• Then dip it into the egg, allowing excess to drip off.
• Finally, roll the chicken piece in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
• Place each coated chicken piece on the parchment-lined baking sheet.

4. Baking:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the exterior is crisp and lightly browned.

5. Preparing the Marinara Sauce:

• While the chicken is baking, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat.

6. Serving:

• Serve the baked chicken poppers with the warmed marinara sauce for dipping.