Dhaba Chicken Curry

Directions

1. 1
   In a food processor, chop the onions.
2. 2
   Add the garlic and ginger and process until they are finely chopped.
3. 3
   In a medium, enameled cast-iron casserole, heat the vegetable oil.
4. 4
   Add the coriander, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon, cloves and cardamom and cook over low heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5. 5
   Add the onion mixture and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is golden brown, about 6 minutes.
6. 6
   Add the turmeric and tomato sauce and simmer over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
7. 7
   Season the chicken breasts with salt and add them to the casserole.
8. 8
   Coat the chicken with the sauce.
9. 9
   Add the water, cover and bring to a boil.
10. 10
    Simmer over low heat, turning a few times, until the chicken is white throughout, about 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Season the chicken curry with salt.
12. 12
    Transfer the chicken and sauce to a serving bowl.
13. 13
    Sprinkle garam masala on top, garnish with the cilantro and serve.