Creating the Sweet & Savory Sticky Cherry Chicken Thighs is simple when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Sear Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, combine cherry preserves, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger. Mix well until combined.
5. Add Cherries: Once the chicken is seared, pour the sauce over the chicken thighs in the skillet. Scatter the halved cherries around the chicken.
6. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
7. Baste Chicken: Halfway through baking, spoon some of the sauce over the chicken thighs to enhance the flavor.
8. Rest: Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Garnish: Serve the chicken thighs garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

By following these straightforward steps, you’ll have a mouthwatering dish that’s sure to impress anyone lucky enough to enjoy it.