Making Baked Orange Chicken is a simple process. Follow these steps to ensure your dish turns out incredible:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: In a large bowl, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Toss in flour until coated evenly.
3. Heat Oil: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4. Brown Chicken: Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until the pieces are browned on all sides. Do not cook through; they will finish cooking in the oven.
5. Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, and orange zest until well combined.
6. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Pour the sauce over the browned chicken in the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
7. Bake: Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, stirring halfway through.
8. Check Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
9. Garnish: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

These straightforward instructions guide you to create flavorful Baked Orange Chicken without hassle.