Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature is crucial for achieving that coveted crispy skin.
Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with cooking spray. This will help prevent sticking and make for easy clean-up.
In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.
Place the seasoned wings on the baking sheet in a single layer. Make sure they are not crowded, as this will ensure they bake evenly and get crispy.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, flipping them halfway through. They should be golden brown and crispy when done.
While the wings are baking, combine the chicken broth or water, hot sauce, brown sugar or honey, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the butter is melted and the mixture is well combined, then simmer for a few minutes.
Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and toss them in the hot sauce mixture until they are fully coated.
For extra crispiness, return the coated wings to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Once they’re done, let them cool for a few minutes and then serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and sides.