Cut chicken into strips. In a bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Dip chicken strips in buttermilk, then dredge in flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken strips in batches until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes per batch).
Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra spice, add more cayenne pepper. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.