Making Romano Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pasta is straightforward when you follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
2. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the fettuccine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of the Romano cheese.
4. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
5. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
6. Add Lemon: Stir in the lemon juice and zest, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the skillet. Add red pepper flakes if using.
7. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing well to coat in the lemon garlic sauce. If desired, you can add a little pasta water to loosen the sauce.
8. Finish the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts and place them on top of the pasta. Sprinkle the remaining Romano cheese over the dish.
9. Garnish: Add chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
10. Serve Immediately: Plate the Romano Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pasta and enjoy!