Creating Apricot Chicken with Olives can be easily achieved by following these step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you prepare the other ingredients.

2. Sear the Chicken: In a large oven-proof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes until browned. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

4. Add Fruits and Herbs: Stir in the chopped apricots, halved olives, dried thyme, and rosemary. Mix everything well to combine.

5. Deglaze the Skillet: Pour in chicken broth and honey (if using), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

6. Return Chicken to Skillet: Nestle the chicken thighs back into the skillet, skin-side up, ensuring they rest on top of the mixture.

7. Bake in Oven: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

8. Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

By following these steps, you’ll prepare a delicious and colorful dish that showcases the unique combination of apricots and olives.