Creating your own Orange Chicken is a straightforward process if you follow these steps:

1. Prepare Chicken: In a large bowl, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Toss in the cornstarch until well-coated.
2. Heat Oil: In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Fry Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. Make the Orange Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, orange zest, garlic, and ginger.
5. Cook the Sauce: In the same pan, pour in the orange sauce mixture. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
6. Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch-water mixture, allowing the sauce to thicken and become glossy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the crispy chicken back to the pan, tossing to coat with the sauce evenly.
8. Serve Hot: Once everything is combined, remove from heat and prepare to serve.

Following these steps will result in a wonderfully flavorful Orange Chicken that you can proudly serve to family and friends.