Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Recipe for National Fried

Ingredients

• 4 large chicken thighs (about 2 lbs/900 g)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil (for deep frying, about 4 cups)