Slow Cooker Chicken Merlot with Mushrooms Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 to 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
• 12 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried
• 1 large onion, peeled and chopped
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth or stock
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 2 cups cooked noodles
• 1/4 cup Merlot, or any dry red wine, or additional chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano