Rinse chicken wings under cold water and pat completely dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss wings with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.

For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place wings on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

For frying: Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C). Fry wings in batches for 8-10 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

While wings cook, combine honey, brown sugar, hot sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture bubbles and slightly thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

Transfer cooked wings to a large mixing bowl. Pour sweet and spicy glaze over wings and toss until evenly coated.

Serve immediately, garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, or cilantro if desired.