Recipe: Chicken in Orange Sauce

Name: Recipe: Chicken in Orange Sauce
Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 3/4 cup orange juice, preferably fresh; 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce, or 1/4 cup regular soy sauce plus 2 tablespoons water; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon finely minced peeled fresh ginger; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces (see Recipe Notes below for a tofu alternative); Kosher or coarse salt; 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil; 4 scallions, white and light green parts, sliced; Hot cooked rice (brown or white) or quinoa, for serving; Toasted sesame seeds, for serving (optional)