Follow these simple steps to bring these sliders to life:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly over the chicken thighs.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
4. Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
5. While the chicken is baking, prepare the hot honey by combining honey and hot sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until well blended and set aside.
6. In a separate bowl, mix the coleslaw mix with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar. Toss until well combined and refrigerate until ready to use.
7. Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before shredding it with two forks.
8. Toss the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well coated.
9. Assemble the sliders by placing a generous portion of BBQ chicken on the bottom half of each slider bun. Drizzle with hot honey and top with coleslaw. Cover with the top half of the bun.

Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite. One tip I picked up from my mom is to always let the chicken rest before shredding—it keeps the juices locked in, making sure every bite is as succulent as the last.