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apricot preserves
Dijon mustard
bread
hearty country type
apple
thinly sliced, peeled (Ambrosia or Fuji)
onion
chopped
fresh spinach leaves
rotisserie cooked chicken breasts
shredded
muenster cheese
Preheat broiler.
Combine apricot preserves and Dijon mustard in a small bowl and mix well.
Spread 2 teaspoons of the apricot-Dijon mixture on one side of each bread slice.
Place bread slices, mustard-side up, on a baking sheet.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Coat the skillet with cooking spray.
Add thinly sliced apple and chopped onion to the skillet.
Sauté the apple and onion for 3 minutes, or until tender.
Add fresh spinach leaves to the skillet.
Cook for 1 minute, or until the spinach wilts.
Layer each of the 4 bread slices with 1/4 cup of the spinach-apple mixture.
Top the spinach-apple mixture with 1/2 cup of shredded rotisserie cooked chicken breasts.
Place one slice of Muenster cheese on top of the chicken on each bread slice.
Broil for 1 1/2 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Use a good quality country bread for the best texture and flavor.
Toast the bread lightly before adding the toppings to prevent it from getting soggy.
Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
The apricot-Dijon spread can be made ahead of time.
Arrange the open-faced sandwiches on a plate, slightly overlapping each other.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve with a bowl of soup.
Complements the sweetness of the apricot and the savory chicken.
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