1.Simple Roast Chicken Reduction Stock:
3.Preheat the oven to 200°C/392°F and roast the chicken thighs, flipping occasionally to ensure even browning and a proper Maillard reaction.
4.Add unsalted butter in a large pot over medium-high heat, followed by onions and garlic. Gently roast and caramelise until golden.
5.Add carrots and water to the pot and simmer gently for 2 hours, skimming away impurities occasionally.
6.Strain the stock through a fine sieve, then return it to the pot and reduce it to a thick, syrupy consistency, skimming away any impurities that rise to the top.
7.Once reduced, add salt to balance the sweetness and take off the heat. Add a sprig of thyme to infuse.
8.When ready to serve, reheat the stock, check seasoning, and serve.