Ingredient:

• ½ stick butter, softened
• ½ clove minced garlic
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¼ teaspoon dried basil
• ⅛ teaspoon coarse salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• ⅓ pound thick-cut bacon
• 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic