Mix white vinegar, salt, and cold water to create the brine
Brine the chicken for 30 minutes to 1 hour
Drain the brined chicken
Season the drained chicken with olive oil, Dominican oregano, fresh thyme, cumin, freshly mashed garlic, and lime juice
Marinate the seasoned chicken for at least 1 hour or overnight
Mix all-purpose flour with garlic powder, onion powder, and adobo in a separate bowl
Gently dust each piece of chicken with the seasoned flour, ensuring complete coverage on all sides
Dust off excess flour from each piece
Heat oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
Carefully add chicken pieces to the hot oil one by one, avoiding overcrowding
Fry until chicken is golden brown
Remove chicken and drain excess oil on paper towels
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the fried chicken
Serve with hot sauce if desired
