Creating Honey BBQ Chicken Thighs In Air Fryer is a breeze. Follow these simple steps to ensure success:

1. Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine honey, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully blended.
2. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavor).
3. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes while the chicken marinates.
4. Prepare Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess sauce to drip off. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with olive oil to prevent sticking.
5. Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side down. Ensure they are not overcrowded for even cooking.
6. Cook Chicken: Air fry the chicken thighs for 12 minutes. After 12 minutes, flip them over so the skin side is up, and continue cooking for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is crispy.
7. Glaze with Remaining Sauce: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush a little extra BBQ sauce over the chicken for a glossy finish.
8. Rest: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps retain the juices.
9. Serve: Enjoy your Honey BBQ Chicken Thighs hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Following these steps will lead to perfectly cooked chicken thighs that are bursting with flavor and texture.