Crispy Spicy Chicken Strips with a Kick: My Family’s Secret…

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon (15g) hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco or Sriracha)
• 1 teaspoon (5g) smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon (5g) garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon (2.5g) cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (50g) cornmeal
• 1 tablespoon (15g) cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
• ½ teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
• Vegetable oil (for frying)