Let’s walk through the process of creating these delicious bites step-by-step, drawing on the lessons I learned from my family’s kitchen:

1. Start by preparing your chicken. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks well.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until well combined.
4. Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge it in the flour mixture. Press the coating onto the chicken to secure it.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking, around 350°F.
6. Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Once cooked, transfer the chicken bites to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

And there you have it! Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious chicken bites.