Panda Express Nutrition Calculator

A regular serving of Panda Express Orange Chicken contains approximately 490 calories, with 25g of protein, 44g of carbohydrates, and 13g of fat. The calories come from the breaded chicken pieces fried in oil and the sweet orange sauce. A large serving increases these amounts by approximately 30%. When combined with Chow Mein (400 calories) for a typical meal, you're looking at around 890 calories total. Using our nutrition calculator, you can see how different portion sizes and side dishes affect the total calorie count.

The healthiest options at Panda Express are: 1) String Bean Chicken (220 calories, 16g protein), 2) Broccoli Beef (150 calories, 9g protein), 3) Grilled Teriyaki Chicken (300 calories, 36g protein), 4) Mixed Vegetables (70 calories, 4g protein), and 5) Super Greens (90 calories, 5g protein). For sides, choose Steamed Brown Rice (420 calories but more fiber) or stick with Mixed Vegetables. Avoid: Orange Chicken (490 cal), Beijing Beef (470 cal), and Fried Rice (520 cal) if you're watching calories. Our calculator helps you identify the healthiest combinations based on your specific nutritional goals.

Panda Express can fit into a weight loss plan if you make smart choices. Opt for: 1) Bowl instead of plate (limits portions), 2) Choose steamed vegetables or Super Greens as your side, 3) Select lean protein options like String Bean Chicken or Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, 4) Avoid fried items and sweet sauces, 5) Request sauce on the side to control portions. A typical weight loss-friendly meal might be: String Bean Chicken + Super Greens = approximately 310 calories. Use our nutrition calculator to plan meals under 500 calories if you're trying to lose weight while enjoying Panda Express occasionally.

Panda Express meals tend to be high in sodium. For example: Beijing Beef (680mg), Kung Pao Chicken (710mg), Chow Mein (760mg), Fried Rice (850mg). The American Heart Association recommends no more than 2,300mg daily, with an ideal limit of 1,500mg for most adults. A typical Panda Express plate with Orange Chicken and Fried Rice contains approximately 1,270mg of sodium - nearly a full day's worth in one meal. Lower sodium options include: Mixed Vegetables (290mg), String Bean Chicken (470mg), and Steamed Brown Rice (15mg). Our calculator shows sodium content so you can make informed choices.

Panda Express can be challenging for low-carb diets but possible with careful selection. Lowest carb options: 1) Grilled Teriyaki Chicken (11g carbs), 2) String Bean Chicken (13g carbs), 3) Broccoli Beef (13g carbs), 4) Black Pepper Chicken (12g carbs). Avoid: Orange Chicken (44g carbs), Beijing Beef (52g carbs), all rice dishes, and noodle dishes. For sides, choose Mixed Vegetables (9g carbs) or Super Greens (9g carbs). Request no sauce or sauce on the side, as sauces often contain sugar and starch. A typical low-carb meal might be Grilled Teriyaki Chicken + Super Greens = 20g carbs total. Use our calculator to track carb content.

Panda Express has limited vegetarian options: 1) Eggplant Tofu (contains tofu and vegetables), 2) Mixed Vegetables, 3) Super Greens, 4) Chow Mein (contains egg noodles), 5) Fried Rice (contains egg). However, cross-contamination with meat products is possible in the kitchen. The Eggplant Tofu is the only main vegetarian entree, containing approximately 280 calories, 12g protein, and 21g carbs per serving. For a complete vegetarian meal, you could choose Eggplant Tofu with Mixed Vegetables (≈350 calories total). Always inform staff of dietary restrictions. Our calculator helps vegetarians track nutrition in suitable Panda Express options.