Classic Deviled Eggs with Smoked Paprika and Chive Garnish

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Elevated deviled eggs with a creamy yolk filling, subtle smokiness, and fresh chive accents—perfect for parties or a sophisticated brunch. This American-inspired quick recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 37 minutes, pairs large eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
• 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water by 1 inch, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover, remove from heat, and let sit for 12 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes, then peel and halve lengthwise.
2. Step 2: Carefully remove yolks into a bowl. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mash with a fork until completely smooth, adding 1 tsp water if too thick.
3. Step 3: Spoon yolk mixture into each egg white half, filling evenly. Gently press a pinch of chopped chives into the top of each for garnish.
4. Step 4: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. Serve chilled with additional chives sprinkled on top.