Braised Chicken Thighs With Almonds and Raisins

Name: Braised Chicken Thighs With Almonds and Raisins
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons ground turmeric; 1 cinnamon stick or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes; 12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds total); 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/4 cup golden raisins or currants; kosher salt and black pepper; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; toasted sliced almonds and fresh cilantro, for serving