Buttermilk-Brined Southern Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• 10 pieces chicken
• 5 cups buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 3 fresh thyme springs
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 3 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper freshly
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons onion powder
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• vegetable oil