Heat up your frying oil to 375F. Line a wire rack nearby with paper towels.
Set up your station with 4 large bowls.
In the first bowl, combine the chicken with 1 teaspoon of each of the seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper) and 1 tablespoon hot sauce. Mix well.
In the second bowl, add ½ cup of the flour. Set aside.
In the third bowl, add 1 ½ cups flour and remaining seasonings. Mix well. Set aside.
In the fourth bowl, add the remaining ½ cup flour, sparkling water, 1 tbsp. hot sauce, and the beaten egg. Whisk well.
Dredge the seasoned chicken through the plain flour, then the beaten egg mixture, then the seasoned flour mixture to coat very well.
Fry in the hot oil for 6-7 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165F and golden brown on the outside. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to transfer to the wire rack to drain any excess oils.
Assemble your toasted buns with the mayo (or spicy mayo), spicy fried chicken, coleslaw, and pickle chips.
Enjoy with Klarbrunn Lime Sparkling Water for a complementary drink!
