• 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken (bone-in or boneless)
• 2 large onions (finely sliced)
• 2 medium tomatoes (pureed or finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 10-12 leaves curry leaves
• 3 green chilies
• 1 cup coconut milk (optional for a creamy texture)
• 1 cup water or chicken broth
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (for garnish)
• 3 tbsp cooking oil (preferably coconut oil)

Spices:

• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Red chili powder
• 1 tbsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp fennel seeds (crushed)
• 1 tsp Mustard seeds
• 1 small piece cinnamon stick
• 1 bay leaf