Instrucciones

• 1 - Prepare Chicken:
  Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Set aside.
• 2 - Cook Bacon:
  In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
• 3 - Sauté Vegetables:
  Add butter to the bacon fat, then add onions, garlic, carrots, and mushrooms. Sauté until softened.
• 4 - Brown Chicken:
  Increase heat to medium-high and add the chicken pieces. Brown on all sides.
• 5 - Add Wine and Herbs:
  Pour in the red wine, add thyme, bay leaves, and the cooked bacon. Bring to a boil.
• 6 - Simmer:
  Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 60 minutes, until chicken is tender.
• 7 - Serve:
  Remove bay leaves and serve hot with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.