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Preheat oven to 425F
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Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
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Place 1 Tablespoon of oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
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Pat the chicken wings dry and add in batches to the skillet.
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Pan sear the chicken wings on each side until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. You're not cooking the wings in the skillet, just searing them.
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Remove the chicken wings to the prepared cookie sheet.
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Bake chicken wings for 15-20 minutes, until an inserted meat thermometer reads 165F.
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Place the chicken wings in a bowl and pour in 2-3 Tablespoons of the BBQ sauce, as desired.
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Toss the chicken wings until fully coated. Serve warm.
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Sauce Directions:
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Combine tomato paste and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until combined.
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Whisk in all remaining ingredients, except for the butter.
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Bring mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low for 2 more minutes.
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Remove from heat and whisk in butter.