Preheat the oven to 425°F
Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper
Place a wire rack on the baking sheet
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels
Toss the wings with salt, pepper, and any desired seasonings
Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack
Bake for 20 minutes
Flip the wings
Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes
Broil for 2 to 3 minutes if you want extra crispiness
Remove the wings from the oven
Toss with sauce if desired
Serve immediately