Chicken Fried Chicken

1.

Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

2.

In a shallow dish, mix together flour, paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a separate bowl, pour the buttermilk.

3.

Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk, ensuring it is fully coated, and then coat with the flour mixture, pressing firmly.

4.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until a drop of water sizzles when it hits the oil.

5.

Carefully place chicken into the hot oil, cooking for about 7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.

6.

Remove chicken and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil, then serve hot.