Creating Baked Crunchy Maple Dijon Chicken is a straightforward process if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the coating adhere better.
3. Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix the Dijon mustard and maple syrup until well combined. Set aside a few tablespoons for drizzling later.
4. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the mustard-maple mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.
5. Prepare the Breadcrumb Mixture: In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
6. Crust the Chicken: Press each coated chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even and generous coating.
7. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Spray lightly with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil for added crispness.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
9. Rest and Drizzle: Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Drizzle with the reserved mustard-maple mixture before serving.
10. Slice and Serve: Cut the chicken into slices if desired and serve warm.

These steps will guide you in effortlessly creating this delicious dish that will surely impress your family and friends.