Over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven.
Season the 1 ½ lbs of cubed chicken thighs with salt and pepper to taste, 1 ½ teaspoon turmeric, and ½ tablespoon ground ginger. Add the seasoned chicken and 1 sliced onion to the stockpot and cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 ½ teaspoon garam masala, 1 ½ teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and 1 tablespoon tomato paste. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in 15 oz tomato sauce and 1 cup chicken stock. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in ½ cup heavy cream and simmer until reduced and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes longer.
Serve immediately with rice, or side of choice, and garnish with cilantro, if desired.
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Notes
Use freshly grated ginger for intensified flavor.
Replace cilantro with fresh parsley.
Add more chili powder if you like your food spicier (this already has a nice kick).
For the best results, read all my other tips in the post above.
Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or milk.