– 2 tablespoons butter plus 1 teaspoon for greasing casserole – 4 chicken thighs pounded – 1 teaspoon sea salt plus 1 tablespoon for cooking potatoes – 1 lb golden potatoes sliced into 1/4 - inches (about 3 1/2 cups) – 6 strips bacon sliced into pieces – 1 medium onion finely chopped – 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream – 1/4 teaspoon dry thyme – 3/4 teaspoon ground pepper or to taste – 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded – Greens for garnish like fresh thyme, chives or parley finely chopped