Creating Baked Orange Chicken is simple when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This helps the breading stick better.
3. Set Up Breading Station: In one bowl, place the all-purpose flour mixed with salt and pepper. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
4. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken thigh in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly with the panko mixture. Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake the Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
6. Make the Orange Sauce: While the chicken bakes, combine orange juice, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and zest in a saucepan over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan and cook until thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
7. Coat the Chicken: Once the chicken is baked, remove it from the oven and drizzle the orange sauce over the chicken. Toss gently to coat each piece.
8. Broil for Crispiness: Optional: Return the chicken to the oven on broil for 3-5 minutes for extra crispiness.
9. Garnish: Remove from the oven, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

These steps will guide you through the process of creating an amazing dish that evokes delightful flavors in every bite.