Combine 5 tablespoons of the butter, maple syrup, and hot sauce in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil and continue to cook for about 5 minutes until thickened slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with foil.
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Spread prepared chicken wings out on the sheet pan and brush with the butter. Season with salt and pepper.
Bake wings for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Brush wings with the sauce and bake for 2-3 minutes, then brush again and bake for another 2-3 minutes. If you’d like crispier wings, broil wings on high for an additional 1-2 minutes until slightly charred.
Sprinkle with chives if desired and serve immediately.
Calories: 503kcal, Carbohydrates: 14g, Protein: 23g, Fat: 39g, Saturated Fat: 18g, Cholesterol: 147mg, Sodium: 438mg, Potassium: 246mg, Sugar: 12g, Vitamin A: 792IU, Vitamin C: 6mg, Calcium: 43mg, Iron: 1mg