Roast Chicken

1 3-4 pound roasting chicken
salt and pepper
parsley
butter
basil or tarragon
 
Thoroughly wash chicken and pat dry (patting dry assures good browning).  Sprinkle cavity generously with salt, pepper and parsley.  Place in crock pot and dot chicken breast with butter.  Sprinkle with parsley, basil or tarragon, if desired.  Cover and cook on high one hour, then low 8-10 hours.
 
“I used a large fryer, removed the skin and as much fat as possible.  I rubbed the breast with canola oil and not butter.  I believe 6-7 hours on low is enough time.”