Step 2

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Step 3

Place the hash browns into a large mixing bowl and add in the cheese, paprika, salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Divide the potato mixture evenly throughout a 12 cup greased muffin tin. Press the potatoes down and up the sides to create a cup or basket to hold the eggs. Drizzle with the olive oil.

Step 4

Place the muffin tin into the oven and cook for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Reduce the heat to 350°F. Place one egg into each cup and bake until the eggs are set, about 15 more minutes.

Step 5

Pop the potato egg baskets out of the muffin tin and garnish with chives. Top with hot sauce if desired.