To make teriyaki chicken, start by searing the chicken thighs in hot oil until they are lightly browned and crispy.
Skinless boneless chicken thighs, Cooking oil
In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, sake (or rice wine vinegar), mirin, sesame oil, and minced garlic to create the teriyaki sauce.
Low-sodium soy sauce, Light brown sugar, Cooking sake, Mirin, Sesame oil, Minced garlic
Add the sauce to the pan with the chicken and simmer until it thickens into a glossy glaze.
Finally, add in the steamed broccoli and garnish with shallots or green onions. Serve the teriyaki chicken over steamed rice for a complete meal.
Shallot or green onion for garnish, Steamed broccoli