Step 1

Place 1 teaspoon of oil in a large pan and heat over medium high heat.

Step 2

Add the broccoli, mushrooms and bell pepper to the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Step 3

Remove the vegetables from the pan; transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

Step 4

Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel, then heat the remaining tablespoon of oil over high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken to the pan in a single layer and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until chicken is browned and cooked through.

Step 7

Lower heat to medium, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Step 8

Add the vegetables back to the pan.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil and cornstarch,

Step 10

Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture and bring to a simmer.

Step 11

Simmer for 1-2 minutes or until sauce has just thickened.

Step 12

Serve immediately, with steamed rice if desired.