Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Season the chicken wings with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder.

Place the seasoned wings in a shallow baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.

In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and water.

Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

Simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Remove the partially baked wings from the oven and pour the sweet and tangy sauce over them, ensuring each wing is coated.

Continue baking for an additional 20 minutes or until the wings are golden brown and cooked through.

Serve the Sticky Sweet and Tangy Baked Chicken Wings hot.