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Servings: 8-10
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes

1. In a large bowl mix together preserves, dried apricots, ginger and basil. Stir in pesto sauce.

2. Remove neck and giblets from chicken and rinse thoroughly, inside and out.

3. Spoon a bit of the pesto mixture under the skin and spread over breast.

4. Place chicken breast side up in a shallow pan. Roast uncovered at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours and thirty minutes or until drumsticks move easily and juices run clear. When done, transfer chicken to a serving platter and cover with foil. Let stand for 15 minutes before carving.

5. In a small saucepan, heat the rest of the preserve mixture over low heat until preserves melt and mixture is heated through. serve sauce over chicken.