Chilly Chicken in Curd

8 medium sized pieces (about 800 grams) of chicken
1 medium onion chopped and made into a paste
1 cup yoghurt
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped mint leaves
1 teaspoon garam masala powder
1 teaspoon each of ginger

3 teaspoons green chilly paste
salt to taste
finely chopped coriander leaves for garnishing

1. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan on medium level for about 2 minutes.
2. Add the onion, ginger and green chilly pastes and fry on medium level for about 3 minutes or till the paste is lightly browned. Add garam masala. Fry again for a few seconds.
3. Add the curd, mint leaves and chicken. Sprinkle salt to taste. Mix well. Cover and cook on low heat for about 30 minutes or till the chicken is fully cooked.

Garnish with finely chopped fresh coriander.