1 lb baby carrots
2 medium onions, sliced
1 cup celery, chopped with leaves
3 lb whole chicken
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 sp salt
1/2 tsp fresh black pepper
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped OR 1 tsp dreid basil

Place carrots, onions and celery first into slow cooker, then add chicken on top. Cover with chicken broth. Add basil, and salt and pepper to taste. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until chicken is done and vegetables are tender.