INGREDIENTS
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1 whole cooked chicken, bones removed, meat diced or shredded (rotisserie chicken is excellent, should have 5-6 cups)
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1/2 pound very thinly sliced deli-style honey ham, rough chopped
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1/4 pound thin sliced baby Swiss cheese
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For the sauce:
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4 tablespoons butter
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4 tablespoons flour
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3 1/4 cups milk
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2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
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1 tablespoon dijon mustard
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1 1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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For the topping:
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6 tablespoons butter
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1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
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1 1/2 teaspoons crushed dried parsley
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salt and pepper to taste