How I made this Southern classic Smothered Chicken Gravy with Mushrooms taste just so Good!!

This smothered chicken gravy with mushrooms, will lift soul up on any day of the week and especially on those cold winter nights. This Southern classic is a must try in any kitchen. INGREDIENTS 8oz Thick bacon, cut lardons ( strips ), then rendered 2lb ( 908g )chicken, thighs and drumsticks, trimmed and patted dry Spice Mix 1Tbs onion granules/powder 1/2 Tbs Garlic granules/ powder 1 Tsp Smoked paprika 1 Tsp dry thyme 1 Tsp Black pepper 1/2 Tbs Kosher salt 1 Yellow onion, peeled and sliced 12oz Cremini mushrooms, quartered 1 tbs All purpose flour 1 Tbs Plain/ Greek yogurt, thinned with water or use heavy cream 1 Tbs chicken base 4 cups water or as needed.