Brussels Sprouts and Chestnuts with thyme

1 lb Brussels sprout , small, trimmed, and an x cut into the bottom stem 2 cups chicken broth 1 (10 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts 2 tablespoons butter 1/8[...]

1 1/2 lbs Brussels sprouts , stems trimmed and outer leaves removed (about 5 cups) 1/4 lb double-smoked thick slab bacon or 1/4 lb other smoked bacon , cut[...]