Smothered Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Gravy

Step 1

Blend flour, 1/2 teaspoon thyme and allspice in small bowl.

Step 2

Set aside 1 tablespoon of flour mixture.

Step 3

Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper, then with enough of remaining flour mixture to coat.

Step 4

Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add chicken to skillet.

Step 6

Saute until brown, about 4 minutes per side.

Step 7

Transfer chicken to plate.

Step 8

Add mushrooms, onion, and remaining 1 teaspoon thyme to skillet.

Step 9

Saute until mushrooms are brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 10

Mix in reserved 1 tablespoon flour mixture; cook 1 minute.

Step 11

Add cream and broth and bring to boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 12

Return chicken and any collected juices to skillet.

Step 13

Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until chicken is cooked through and gravy thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 14

Season with salt and pepper.