✔ 4-6 bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (legs, thighs, breasts, or wings) 🍗
✔ 2 cups buttermilk 🥛
✔ 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
✔ ½ teaspoon black pepper
✔ ½ teaspoon paprika 🌶️
✔ ½ teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
✔ ½ teaspoon onion powder
For the Crispy Coating:
✔ 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
✔ ½ cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness!)
✔ 1 tablespoon salt
✔ 1 teaspoon black pepper
✔ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
✔ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
✔ 1 teaspoon onion powder
✔ ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a spicy kick)
✔ 1 teaspoon baking powder (for an airy, crunchy texture)
For Frying:
✔ Vegetable oil (for deep frying, about 4 cups) 🛢️
✅ Optional Add-ins: A dash of hot sauce in the buttermilk marinade for extra flavor!
