Crispy Sesame Chicken and Ginger Rice

Name: Crispy Sesame Chicken and Ginger Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2 inch cubes; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten free all-purpose flour); kosher salt and black pepper; 2 cups broccoli florets; 2 shallots, sliced; 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or sesame oil; 1/2 cup pomegranate juice; 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 4 cloves garlic, grated; 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, use more or less to taste; 1 star anise; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds; green onions, for serving