Ingredients

¼cupwhite wine vinegar

2tbspdijon mustard

2clovegarlic

coarse salt and ground pepper

4chicken breast halves,boneless, skinless

1baguette

¼cupapricot preserves

4ozdeli ham,thinly sliced

4ozwhite cheddar cheese

Preparation

Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. In a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag, combine vinegar, mustard, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper; add chicken, and turn to coat.

Marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes (or cover and refrigerate in marinade up to 24 hours).

Lift chicken from marinade, and place on prepared baking sheet; broil (without turning) until opaque throughout. Transfer chicken to a work surface; discard pan juices from baking sheet.

Place baguette pieces on baking sheet, cut side up; dividing evenly, spread with apricot preserves, and layer with chicken, ham, and then cheese. Broil 4 to 6 minutes, until cheese is melted.