Step 1

Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees.

Step 2

Combine chicken pieces and cornstarch into a bowl and mix until chicken is just fully coated (see notes above about not overcoating them).

Step 3

Cook chicken for 7-9 minutes shaking the basket halfway through or until chicken is just at or above 165 degrees internally.

Step 4

Meanwhile, combine the orange juice, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, red pepper flakes, and orange zest into a small saucepan on medium heat.*

Step 5

Bring mixture to a simmer and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Mix cornstarch and water together in a small bowl and add it to the orange sauce.

Step 7

Let simmer for one additional minute while stirring then immediately remove from heat.

Step 8

Remove chicken from the air fryer and combine with sauce.

Step 9

Top with green onions and sesame seeds if desired and enjoy immediately!