Crunchy Chicken Breast Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680g)
• 1 cup buttermilk (240ml)
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust based on spice preference)
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• Vegetable oil for frying (enough to cover chicken in the skillet, approx. 2-3 cups or 475-710ml)