In a large skillet, heat one tablespoon oil. Add cherry tomatoes and red pepper and sauté five minutes. Add four cubes garlic, four cubes basil, and half a teaspoon salt. Cook another three minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside. Do not wash the skillet; you want that flavor for the next step.

In the skillet, heat remaining one tablespoon oil. Add chicken and cook five minutes. Add remaining four cubes basil, remaining four cubes garlic, and remaining half a teaspoon salt. Cook until chicken is cooked through, about five minutes more. Do not overcook. Season with pepper to taste.