Delicious Kennedy's Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• 4-6 pieces of chicken (legs, thighs, or a mix; about 2-3 lbs or 900-1350 g)
• 1 cup buttermilk (240 ml)
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (15 ml, optional)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 g)
• 1 teaspoon onion powder (5 g)
• 1 teaspoon paprika (5 g)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder (5 g)
• Vegetable oil for frying (about 4 cups or 950 ml, plus more as needed)