Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders My Familys Secret Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) garlic powder
• 1.5 pounds (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch thick strips
• Vegetable oil, for frying (about 4 cups/960ml)
• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) paprika
• 1 teaspoon (5g) garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon (5g) onion powder
• 1 teaspoon (5g) dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) cayenne pepper (optional)