Pat chicken wings dry
Season wings with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika
Toss wings with a little baking powder for crispier skin
Preheat oven to 425°F or heat oil for frying
Arrange wings on a rack over a baking sheet or fry in batches
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping halfway, or fry until golden and cooked through
Melt butter in a saucepan
Stir in hot sauce, a little garlic powder, and a pinch of salt
Toss cooked wings in the hot sauce mixture
Serve immediately with celery, carrots, and ranch or blue cheese dressing