In a zip lock bag or bowl, combine the chicken, chili powder, salt, and turmeric.
Coat the chicken pieces
In a 4 quart dutch oven or sauce pan, add the olive oil and fry the chicken pieces searing each side for 4-5 minutes. The chicken does not been to be cooked to done since they will cook in the curry sauce also.
Remove chicken pieces to a bowl
In the same pan, add 1 TBS olive oil, onion, and garlic.
Saute until the onion is translucent.
Add the tomato paste, curry powder, and salt - saute for a couple of minutes
Stir in the coconut milk and bring to simmer
Add chicken pieces and simmer for 20 minutes
Once the chicken is cooked , top with cilantro.
Serve and enjoy!