Chicken and Broccoli Stir-fry

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 2 breasts), sliced against the grain

2 cloves

garlic, minced

-inch piece peeled fresh ginger, minced

1 tbsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

sugar

tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch

1 1/4 tsp

kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 tbsp

dry sherry

1 tbsp

dark sesame oil

About 1/3 cup chicken broth or water

3 tbsp

vegetable oil

5 cups

broccoli, trimmed sliced stalks (about 1/4-inch thick) and medium florets (keep the 2 cuts separate)