Skillet Chicken And Mushroom Au Gratin

Melt butter in large skillet over medium high heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until dark golden brown. Remove crumbs from skillet; set aside.

Heat oil in same skillet over medium high heat until hot. Add chicken; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until browned. Turn chicken; move to one side of skillet.

Add mushrooms and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until mushrooms are tender, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium low; cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is fork tender and juices run clear.

Place chicken in au gratin dish or shallow serving dish; spoon mushrooms and garlic over and around chicken. Cover to keep warm.

In same skillet, combine half and half, milk, flour, 1/8 teaspoon salt and tarragon; mix well. Cook and stir until mixture boils and thickens.

Add cheese; stir until melted. Pour over chicken and mushrooms. Sprinkle with browned bread crumbs.