Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly butter a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan and set aside.
In a large pot, bring 6 pounds Yukon gold potatoes to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until tender, then drain.
Add 10 tablespoons butter, 1 ½ cups sour cream, 1 teaspoon teaspoon, and 1 teaspoon black pepper to the potatoes and mash. Stir in the 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives then spread in the prepared pan.
To make the topping, combine the ⅔ cup bread crumbs, ⅔ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Mix until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the topping on top of the potatoes.
Bake for 30-40 minutes until it is golden and crisp. Serve warm and enjoy!