Ad Hoc Fried Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces (or 3-4 pounds chicken thighs and legs)
• 3 cups Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns, crushed
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, crushed or smashed
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for heat)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• About 4 cups Vegetable oil