Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Mushrooms

INGREDIENTS

large chicken thighs, (OR 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness)

3 tbsp

oil

salt and pepper,

1/2 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

Italian seasoning

2/3 cup

thinly sliced mushrooms

3 tbsp

butter

2 tsp

minced garlic

2 tbsp

flour

1 cup

chicken broth

1 cup

half and half (OR heavy cream (for richer, creamier flavor use heavy cream))

2/3 cup

grated parmesan cheese, (plus additional for topping)

fresh parsley or thyme, for topping