Japanese Chicken and Broccoli Stir-fry

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, cornstarch, and water to create the stir-fry sauce. Set aside.

Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Add the broccoli florets to the same skillet. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender-crisp. If the skillet seems dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to help steam the broccoli.

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet with the broccoli. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the broccoli. Give the prepared sauce a quick whisk again and pour it over the chicken and vegetables.

Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and broccoli evenly.

Serve immediately, optionally over steamed rice.