Irish Potato and Chive Casserole

8 potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese

1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

½ cup butter

½ teaspoon salt

¼ cup chopped fresh chives

1 pinch paprika, or more to taste

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Place potatoes in a large pot of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.

Combine hot potatoes, cream cheese, sour cream, butter, and salt together in a large bowl. Mash until creamy.

Spoon potato mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with chives and paprika.

Bake in preheated oven until bubbling, about 30 minutes.