Fragrant indian biryani

Name: Fragrant indian biryani
Ingredients: 750 gram (1½ pounds) chicken thigh fillets, chopped coarsely; 2 tablespoon mild curry paste; 2 centimetre (¾-inch) piece fresh ginger (10g), grated; 3 clove garlic, crushed; 1 teaspoon each ground cumin and coriander; 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 cup (280g) yoghurt; 1 1/2 cup (300g) basmati rice; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 3/4 cup (430ml) water; 1/3 cup (55g) sultanas; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh coriander (cilantro); 1/2 cup (70g) slivered almonds, roasted