chicken legs and thighs (I use skinless, bone-in) • kosher salt, more as needed • freshly ground black pepper, more to taste • hearty red wine, preferably from Burgundy • bay leaf • chopped thyme leaves • lardons, pancetta or bacon, diced into ¼-inch pieces (about 1 cup) • extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed • large onion, diced • medium carrots (optional), peeled and diced • brown or white mushrooms, halved if large, and sliced (about 4 cups) • garlic cloves, minced •