1. To kick off your Savory Chinese Chicken and Broccoli, you’ll want to marinate the chicken. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing cooking wine, cornstarch, sesame oil, and white pepper. Toss well to ensure that each piece is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or if you have a bit more time, let it sit for up to 30 minutes to deepen the flavors.

2. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the stir-fry sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and white pepper until fully combined and smooth. Set this sauce aside near your cooking area for easy access.

3. Next, bring 1/3 cup of water to a boil in your wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and cover the pot immediately. Steam for about 45 seconds to 1 minute until the broccoli is bright green and just tender. Remove the broccoli from the pan and set it aside. Be sure to discard any remaining water and wipe the wok dry to prepare for the next cooking steps.

4. Now it’s time to sear the chicken. Heat your wok over high heat until it begins to smoke. Add 2 tablespoon of cooking oil to the hot wok, then add the marinated chicken in a single layer without stirring. Let it sear for 1 to 2 minutes until the bottom is deeply seared, then stir and continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and golden. Once done, remove the chicken from the wok and set it aside.

5. With the chicken seared, reduce the heat to medium-high. Add the remaining tablespoon of cooking oil along with the sesame oil to the wok, then toss in the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant and just turning golden.

6. Before incorporating the sauce, give it a quick stir to re-incorporate any settled cornstarch. Pour the sauce into the wok with the aromatics, and bring it to a simmer while whisking constantly. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a rich glossy gravy that coats the back of your spoon.

7. Finally, return the seared chicken along with any resting juices to the wok, add the steamed broccoli, and toss everything together. Vigorously coat each piece in the thick glossy sauce while stir-frying together for an additional minute until fully heated through.

8. To serve your enticing Savory Chinese Chicken and Broccoli, spoon the mixture generously over hot steamed white rice. For an eye-catching finish, garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately while the flavors are fresh and vibrant!