Turmeric Chicken

Name: Turmeric Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp olive oil ($0.22); 1/2 red onion ($0.65); 2 inches fresh ginger ($0.30); 1 Tbsp minced garlic ($0.24); 1/2 Tbsp turmeric ($0.07); 1/2 tsp ground cumin ($0.03); 1/2 tsp cinnamon ($0.03); 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper ($0.02); 1 whole bay leaf ($0.15); 2 lb. chicken, breast or thigh ($3.98); 1 15oz. can diced tomatoes ($1.17); 1 13.5oz. can coconut milk ($2.15); salt & pepper to taste ($0.05); 1/4 bunch fresh cilantro (optional) ($0.20); 2 cups uncooked jasmine rice ($0.88)