Mix salt, tumeric, cumin, pepper, ginger, paprika, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
In a large pot (I use my dutch oven), cook onion and garlic in oil until brown.
Mix in chicken and spices and cook on both sides for about 5 minutes.
Pour in can of tomatoes. Add water until chicken is just covered.
Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.