Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C)
Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top
Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels
Season the chicken with salt and pepper
Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes
Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and any other preferred spices to the breadcrumb mixture
Dredge each chicken piece in flour
Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs
Coat the chicken thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture
Place the coated chicken on the wire rack
Spray the chicken lightly with cooking oil
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, turning once halfway through
Cook until the chicken is golden brown and reaches 165°F (74°C) internally
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving