Keto & Low Carb Guide

    Panda Express Keto Options 2026 Complete Low Carb Guide

    Carb ranked entrees, keto-safe sides, and meal combos so you can order with confidence.

    Low-carb keto style meal with grilled protein and vegetables Panda Express keto guide

    The most keto friendly Panda Express entree is Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with only 8g of carbs. Other low carb options include Mushroom Chicken (10g carbs), String Bean Chicken Breast (13g carbs), and Broccoli Beef (13g carbs). For sides, only Super Greens (11g) and Mixed Vegetables (13g) are keto compatible. All rice and noodle sides exceed 80g of carbs. Updated April 2026.

    Important: Most Panda Express sauces contain added sugar. Even keto friendly entrees may have more carbs than listed if extra sauce is added. Always ask for sauce on the side.

    Panda Express entrees ranked by carbs (low to high)

    EntreeCarbsCaloriesProteinKeto?
    Grilled Teriyaki Chicken8g27536gYes
    Mushroom Chicken10g22013gYes
    String Bean Chicken Breast13g19014gYes
    Broccoli Beef13g1509gYes
    Black Pepper Chicken16g28014gNo
    Kung Pao Chicken21g29016gNo
    Orange Chicken51g49025gNo
    Beijing Beef57g69026gNo

    Best keto meal combos at Panda Express

    Strictest Keto Meal

    Grilled Teriyaki Chicken + Super Greens

    19g

    total carbs

    365

    calories

    42g

    protein

    Low Carb High Protein

    String Bean Chicken + Mixed Vegetables

    26g

    total carbs

    260

    calories

    17g

    protein

    Keto Comfort Meal

    Mushroom Chicken + Mixed Vegetables

    23g

    total carbs

    290

    calories

    16g

    protein

    Best Keto Value

    Broccoli Beef + Super Greens

    24g

    total carbs

    240

    calories

    15g

    protein

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Is Panda Express keto friendly?
    Panda Express can be keto-friendly if you order carefully. Choose entrees like Grilled Teriyaki Chicken (8g carbs) or String Bean Chicken Breast (13g carbs), and replace high carb sides like Fried Rice (85g carbs) or Chow Mein (80g carbs) with Super Greens (11g carbs) or Mixed Vegetables (13g carbs).
    What is the lowest carb option at Panda Express?
    The lowest carb Panda Express item is Mixed Vegetables with only 13g of carbohydrates. Among entrees, Grilled Teriyaki Chicken has the fewest carbs at 8g per serving, making it the best keto entree choice.
    Can you eat Panda Express on keto?
    Yes, you can eat Panda Express on keto by ordering: Grilled Teriyaki Chicken (8g carbs) or String Bean Chicken Breast (13g carbs) with Super Greens (11g carbs) or Mixed Vegetables (13g carbs). Avoid all rice, noodle sides, and battered entrees like Orange Chicken which have 50g+ carbs.
    How many carbs are in Panda Express Orange Chicken?
    Panda Express Orange Chicken contains 51g of carbohydrates per serving. This is too high for a standard ketogenic diet which limits daily carb intake to 20-50g total. Orange Chicken is not suitable for keto.
    What sides at Panda Express are keto-friendly?
    The only keto friendly sides at Panda Express are Super Greens (11g carbs, 90 cal) and Mixed Vegetables (13g carbs, 70 cal). All other sides Steamed Rice (86g carbs), Brown Rice (86g carbs), Chow Mein (80g carbs), and Fried Rice (85g carbs) are too high in carbs for keto.
    What is the best keto order at Panda Express?
    The best keto order at Panda Express is: Grilled Teriyaki Chicken (8g carbs, 275 cal, 36g protein) + Super Greens (11g carbs, 90 cal) = 19g total carbs and 42g protein at 365 calories. This fits within keto macros and provides excellent protein.
    Does Panda Express have hidden carbs in sauces?
    Yes, many Panda Express sauces contain added sugars and hidden carbohydrates. Sauces like the orange sauce in Orange Chicken and the sweet and sour sauce are high in sugar. Grilled Teriyaki Chicken's teriyaki glaze is the lowest sugar sauce option available.

    Related guides

    → Lowest Calorie Items→ High Protein Meals→ Healthiest Options→ Bowl Calories Guide→ Allergen Information→ Nutrition Calculator

    Data sourced from official Panda Express nutrition disclosures. Updated April 2026. Not affiliated with Panda Restaurant Group, Inc.