Ingredients –  8 slices bacon –  1 tbs extra-virgin olive oil –  8 boneless skinless chicken thighs –  salt and pepper –  3 tbs butter –  3 crispy apples  –  1 onion –  2 tbs fresh thyme –  7 to 8 sage leaves  –  freshly grated nutmeg  –  2 ½ cups chicken stock –  ½ cup apple cider –  ¼ apple brandy – 1 cup milk – 1 cup quick-cooking polenta – 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese