1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by patting your chicken pieces dry with paper towels. This helps them brown better. Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper.

2. Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and mostly cooked through. Don’t worry if they aren’t fully cooked yet, as they will finish cooking in the sauce. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Whisk the Glaze: In a medium bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, BBQ sauce, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, and dried thyme. Whisk until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.

4. Simmer the Glaze: Pour the cranberry BBQ glaze into the same skillet you used for the chicken. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it simmer for about 3-5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. The sauce should coat the back of a spoon.

5. Combine Chicken and Glaze: Return the seared chicken pieces to the skillet, tossing them gently to coat them completely with the cranberry BBQ glaze.

6. Finish Cooking: Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 F (74 C).

7. Serve Warm: Remove the skillet from the heat. If desired, garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy!