Marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes or overnight.

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture until well coated.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.

Fry the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.

Remove chicken and place on a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar.

Heat over low heat until warmed through and well combined.

Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the fried chicken and serve immediately.