Preheat oven to 400° F

In a large mixing bowl, add chicken thighs

Coat chicken thighs in olive oil by stirring with hands

Mix seasonings in separate bowl, then pour over the top of chicken

Thoroughly coat the chicken in seasoning mixture

Place chicken on a parchment paper lined baking sheet

Bake in oven for 20-25 minutes or until chicken reads 165° F

Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes; start broiler

Coat in BBQ sauce and place under broiler for 1-2 minutes

Remove and let chicken rest another 5 minutes. Serve immediately

Leftovers are good in the fridge for about 4 days in an airtight container

Heat saucepan over medium-high heat

Add olive oil and heat until shimmering

Add in onion and cook until translucent

Add in garlic and cook until fragrant

Stir in smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute to bloom the flavor

Add in ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar; stir until combined

Stir in brown sugar substitute

Bring to boil and reduce to simmer for 10 minutes, salting to taste

Remove from heat and pour into blender or use immersion blender

Blend until smooth

Allow to cool. Store in airtight container for up to 1 month