Carefully place eggs in a small pot. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Turn off heat, cover and let sit for 10-12 minutes on the stove top.
Drain eggs, rinsing under cold water. Peel each and place onto a plate. Loosely cover and let cool in the refrigerator, for about 15 minutes.
Slice hard boiled eggs in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the yolks with a spoon and place yolks in a bowl. Arrange egg white halves onto a serving plate and set aside.
Mash the yolks with a fork. Add in mayonnaise, dijon mustard, Tabasco, salt, pepper and chives. Mix well to combine. Taste test and adjust seasoning, if required.
Fill each egg white halve with about 2 teaspoons of the yolk mix. Dust lightly with paprika. Garnish with remaining chopped chives and serve cold.
Notes
OPTIONAL ADD-INS
1-2 teaspoons pickle juice from the jar
1-2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
1-2 teaspoons ranch dressing
1/2 teaspoon creamy horseradish sauce
TOPPINGSTop your deviled eggs with any of the following to make them even better!