Chicken Merlot with Mushrooms

Ingredients

• 3/4 lb sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 large onion (chopped)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 6 oz tomato paste
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup merlot
• 2 tbsp quick-cooking tapioca
• 2 tsp sugar
• 1-1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Hot cooked pasta (optional)