Prepare the Chicken Wings:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help the wings become crispy when baked.
• Place the wings in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until they are evenly coated.

Bake the Wings:

• Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a wire rack for extra crispiness.
• Bake in the preheated oven for about 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Make the Honey BBQ Sauce:

• While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
• Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for about 5-7 minutes or until it thickens slightly and becomes well-combined. Remove from heat and set aside.

Toss the Wings in Sauce:

• Once the wings are cooked and crispy, remove them from the oven and place them in a large bowl.
• Pour the prepared Honey BBQ sauce over the wings and toss gently to coat them evenly with the sauce.

Serve:

• Transfer the coated wings to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions, if desired.
• Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce (like ranch or blue cheese) and enjoy!