First, wash the chicken with water 1-2 times. Heat oil in a large pan, then add the bay leaves and let them sizzle.

Add the chopped onions and break the whole dried red chilies into pieces. Sauté, stirring, until the onions are soft.

Once the onions are soft, add all the spices listed above. Cook the spices on medium heat, stirring continuously.

When the oil starts to separate from the spices, add the chicken. Sauté the chicken with the spices for 5-10 minutes so the flavors mix well.

Once the chicken is browned, add water as needed and cook until it comes to a boil. At this point, add the garam masala and chopped cilantro, then turn off the heat.

Your delicious chicken curry is ready. It tastes great and is a favorite at home.

Serve hot with rice, roti, naan, or paratha.