To cook chicken wings in the oven, preheat the oven to 400°F (around 200°C). Toss the chicken wings with melted butter or oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika or your preferred spices. Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil and fitted with a wire rack or parchment paper. Bake for about 40 minutes until the wings are cooked through and the skin is browned and crispy. For extra crispy wings, you can lower the oven temperature to 170°F and leave the wings in the oven for an additional 30 to 60 minutes. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Here is a simple step-by-step guide:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• Toss 3 pounds of chicken wings with 2 tablespoons melted butter (or oil).
• Season with 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon paprika.
• Arrange wings in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet with a wire rack or parchment paper.
• Bake for 40 minutes until cooked and crispy.
• Optional: For extra crispiness, reduce heat to 170°F and leave wings in the oven for another 30-60 minutes.
• Serve immediately with ranch, blue cheese, or other favorite dips.

This method will give crispy, flavorful baked chicken wings without frying or excessive mess.