Mix the buttermilk, hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder in a bowl.
Add the chicken strips to the buttermilk mixture and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
Remove the chicken strips from the buttermilk mixture and dredge in the flour mixture.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken strips to the hot oil and fry for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let cool on a paper towel-lined plate.
Interesting Facts
Fried chicken is a popular dish around the world. It is believed to have originated in Scotland.
The secret to the perfect fried chicken is to make sure that the oil is hot enough to cook the outside quickly, while the inside stays juicy and tender.
Fried chicken is often served with sides such as mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and biscuits.