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About the Panda Express Calorie Calculator

Panda Express calories can double depending on how you build your plate: a side of Chow Mein plus Orange Chicken lands very differently than String Bean Chicken over Super Greens. The American Chinese chain is built around entrées like Orange Chicken, Beijing Beef, and Honey Walnut Shrimp, paired with rice, noodles, or veggies. Build your plate below to see where the calories actually come from.

  • Calorie counts for every Panda Express entrée, side, and appetizer
  • Build a plate or bowl and see the combined nutrition instantly
  • Compare entrées side by side to find lower-calorie options

Panda Express Popular Items & Calories

Calorie ranges across available sizes. Select any item in the calculator above for full nutrition and customization.

ItemCalories
Barq's Root Beer160-560 cal
Beijing Beef360-480 cal
Black Pepper Chicken200-280 cal
Chicken Egg Roll200 cal
Chow Mein440-600 cal
Honey Sesame Chicken Breast250-340 cal
Honey Walnut Shrimp240-430 cal
Hot & Sour Soup120-170 cal
Orange Chicken - Cub Meal580 cal
Super Greens Entree60-90 cal
Teriyaki Sauce70 cal
Apple Pie Roll150 cal
Chicken Potsticker160 cal
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken - Cub Meal400 cal
Hot Orange Chicken415-550 cal
Black Pepper Sirloin Steak130-180 cal
Broccoli Beef - Cub Meal300 cal
Cream Cheese Rangoon190 cal
Eggplant Tofu250-340 cal
Fried Rice466-620 cal

Panda Express: Lightest vs. Heaviest Picks

Beyond the calorie count, the Panda Express nutrition calculator above breaks every entrée and side into protein, fat, carbs, sugar, and sodium. That sodium line matters, since the fried favorites carry most of it.

Lightest pick
Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
0 cal
Heaviest pick
Fried Rice
620 cal

How to Cut Calories at Panda Express

  • Swap fried rice or chow mein for Super Greens (a steamed veggie mix) to cut a couple hundred calories off any plate.
  • Pick a grilled or broth-based entrée like String Bean Chicken Breast or Mushroom Chicken over breaded picks like Orange Chicken or Beijing Beef.
  • Order a bowl (one side plus one entrée) instead of a two-entrée plate to keep the portion in check.
  • Skip the appetizers. Cream Cheese Rangoons and egg rolls are fried and add up fast next to the entrée.
  • Watch the sweet, sticky sauces; entrées glazed in sugar sauce like Orange Chicken and SweetFire run higher than savory ones.

Panda Express Nutrition FAQ

What is the lowest-calorie entrée at Panda Express?
Grilled and broth-based options like String Bean Chicken Breast and Mushroom Chicken are typically among the lowest-calorie entrées, while breaded, fried items like Orange Chicken sit at the higher end. Select items above to compare exact calories.
How many calories are in Panda Express Orange Chicken?
A single serving of Orange Chicken is one of the higher-calorie entrées on the menu. Pick it above to see the precise calorie count and full macros for the serving size you're ordering.
Can I see calories for a full Panda Express plate?
Yes. Add your entrées and sides to build a complete plate or bowl, and the calculator totals the calories, protein, fat, carbs, sugar, and sodium across everything you've selected.