Creating Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to get ready for baking.
3. Prepare the Breading Station: In one bowl, place panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper. In another bowl, mix flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and additional salt and pepper.
4. Coat the Chicken: Remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dredge each thigh in the flour mixture first, then dip it back into the buttermilk, and finally coat it thoroughly with the panko breadcrumbs.
5. Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the breaded chicken thighs in a single layer in a baking dish. You can lightly spray them with cooking oil for extra crispiness.
6. Bake: Transfer the dish to the preheated oven. Bake for about 45 minutes, until the chicken is golden and cooked through. An internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) indicates they are safe to eat.
7. Drizzle the Hot Honey: Once cooked, take the chicken out and immediately drizzle the hot honey over the top, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
8. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken for a touch of color before serving.

These steps will lead you to perfectly baked, crunchy, hot honey chicken that will surely impress anyone who gets a taste.