1 (3 lb.) whole fryer
2 sliced carrots
2 sliced onions
2 celery stalks with leaves, chopped
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. chicken broth or water
1/2 tsp. dried basil

Put vegetables into bottom of crockpot. Then whole chicken. Then sprinkle seasonings over chicken. Add basil and water. Cover and cook until done on low 8 to 10 hours. Or using 1 cup of liquid and put on high for 3 to 4 hours. Serve chicken and veggies only.