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Honey BBQ Wings
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Sauce
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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.
Chicken Wings
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Preheat oven to 425℉.
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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 165℉.
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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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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pat Wings Dry for Maximum Crispiness 🧊Pat chicken wings completely dry with paper towels before cooking to remove surface moisture, ensuring crispy skin and better sauce adhesion.
- Bloom Your Spices in Butter 🧈Toast the paprika, chipotle, onion, and garlic powders in melted butter for 30-60 seconds before adding wet ingredients to unlock deeper, more complex flavors.
- Balance Sweet and Savory with Apple Cider Vinegar ⚖️Add apple cider vinegar gradually to your sauce and taste as you go—it cuts through the honey's sweetness and prevents the wings from tasting cloying.
- Toss Wings Mid-Cooking for Even Coating 🔄Halfway through baking, remove wings and toss them thoroughly in the sauce to ensure every piece gets evenly coated and caramelizes beautifully.
- Finish Under the Broiler for Sticky Glaze 🔥In the last 2-3 minutes, switch to broil on high to caramelize the honey and create an irresistible sticky, glossy exterior without burning the wings.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Carb
High Protein
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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