Creating Oven Baked Chicken Wings is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil and placing a wire rack on top.
3. Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings with paper towels.
4. In a large bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper if using.
5. Add the chicken wings to the bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss until the wings are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
6. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they are not touching each other for even cooking.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
9. Toss the wings in your favorite sauce until well coated.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!

These steps will guide you in creating mouthwatering wings that are sure to impress.