Creating the perfect Country Fried Chicken Breast is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for extra tenderness.
2. Prepare Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
4. Coat Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing down to ensure a good coating.
5. Fry Chicken: Carefully place the coated chicken breasts in the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Drain Excess Oil: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
7. Prepare Gravy (optional): If desired, use the remaining oil in the skillet to make a simple gravy by adding flour and chicken broth, whisking until smooth.
8. Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving, enhancing its juiciness.

By following these steps, you’ll create an incredible dish that everyone will love!