INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 large)
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1 head garlic, halved crosswise
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2 bay leaves
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4 whole allspice
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1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more
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8 ounces maitake or shiitake mushrooms, torn into bite-size pieces
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1 fresh red chile (such as Fresno), thinly sliced
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1 1" piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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Freshly ground black pepper
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Sliced scallions and cilantro sprigs (for serving)