Creamy Deviled Eggs with Chives and Dijon Mustard Recipe

Susan Thomas
Susan Thomas
Published: April 2, 2026
Tags: snack, Appetizer, Party, Make-Ahead, Easter

Deviled Eggs

Silky, tangy deviled eggs with Dijon and chives—perfect for parties or a simple, elegant snack.

Prep Time:15 minCook Time:12 minTotal Time:27 minServings:6Difficulty:Easy

These deviled eggs are all about silkiness and balance: creamy mayonnaise and a touch of tang from Dijon and vinegar make the yolk filling lush without being heavy. Fresh chives add a bright, oniony lift while smoked paprika gives each bite a gentle warmth and color—simple ingredients that feel a little special.

They’re wonderfully easy to make ahead for parties or a relaxed weeknight snack. Boil the eggs, tweak the filling to your taste, then pipe or spoon it back into the whites for a beautiful platter that disappears quickly.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories:210 kcal
Protein:12 g
Carbs:2 g
Fat:18 g

Directions

  1. 1
    White eggs covered with cold water in a saucepan

    Place eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by about 1 inch.

  2. 2
    Eggs boiling vigorously in a stainless saucepan

    Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, remove the pan from the heat, cover, and let sit for 10–12 minutes.

  3. 3
    Boiled eggs cooling in a glass bowl of ice water

    Prepare an ice bath while eggs sit. After 10–12 minutes, transfer eggs to the ice bath and cool for at least 5 minutes to stop cooking.

  4. 4
    Halved egg whites arranged beside removed yolks

    Peel the eggs carefully, then slice each egg lengthwise and gently remove yolks to a bowl; set whites on a platter.

  5. 5
    Smooth deviled egg yolk filling mixed in a bowl

    Mash the yolks with a fork until smooth. Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), Dijon, vinegar, salt, and pepper, and mix until very creamy.

  6. 6
    Creamy yolk filling speckled with chopped chives

    Stir in most of the chopped chives, reserving a little for garnish. Taste and adjust seasoning—add a bit more mustard or vinegar if you like extra tang.

  7. 7
    Deviled eggs filled and sprinkled with paprika and chives

    Spoon or pipe the filling back into the egg whites. Sprinkle with smoked paprika and the remaining chives for color and flavor.

  8. 8
    Chilled deviled eggs ready to serve on a white platter

    Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving, or cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Serve chilled on a platter.

Ingredients

  • Large eggs:6 pieces
  • Mayonnaise:1/3 cup
  • Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream:2 tbsp
  • Dijon mustard:1 tbsp
  • White wine vinegar:1 tsp
  • Kosher salt:1/4 tsp
  • Freshly ground black pepper:1/8 tsp
  • Fresh chives, finely chopped:2 tbsp
  • Smoked paprika (for garnish):1/2 tsp

Tips & Notes

  • For easiest peeling, use eggs that are at least a few days old—very fresh eggs are harder to peel.
  • To get ultra-smooth filling, press the mashed yolk mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before folding in chives.
  • Make them a day ahead: fill eggs the day before and keep covered in the fridge for stress-free entertaining.