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Panda Express • High Protein Guide • Updated June 2026

High Protein Options at Panda Express

Quick Answer: Panda Express has 4 high protein options. The best — and the highest-protein — is the Teriyaki Chicken (340 cal, 41g protein, Nom Score B).

4High Protein Options
34Total Analyzed
BBest Grade
The Nom Score read

Panda Express’ 4 high protein options are led by the Teriyaki Chicken: Nom Score B (67/100), 340 calories, 41g protein, and 630mg sodium. The lightest is the Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, at 300 calories. Every pick sits on the Chicken menu. Protein ranges 36–41g across the picks.

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Watch-outs

What to Avoid

These items at Panda Express don’t meet high protein criteria:

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Wok-fired Shrimp
only 17g protein (min 20)
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Steamed Ginger Fish
only 15g protein (min 20)
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Black Pepper Chicken
only 13g protein (min 20)
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Broccoli Beef
only 9g protein (min 20)
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Black Pepper Angus Steak
only 19g protein (min 20)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order High Protein at Panda Express

Teriyaki Chicken and Grilled Teriyaki Chicken lead at 36-41g protein per entree
Order a two-entree plate of proteins and skip the rice—two teriyaki chickens is 70g+ protein
Black Pepper Angus Steak adds 19g protein for 180 calories; sub Super Greens for the noodle side
Heading out or stuck without options? Keep high protein snacks on hand  so a high protein choice is always within reach.
FAQ

Common questions about high protein at Panda Express

Is Panda Express good for high protein diets?

Panda Express has 4 high protein options; the best is the Teriyaki Chicken (Nom Score B). For more variety, IHOP has 53 high protein options.

What’s the best high protein option at Panda Express?

The Teriyaki Chicken is the best choice with 340 calories, 41g protein, and a Nom Score of B.

What is the highest-protein item at Panda Express?

The highest-protein option at Panda Express is the Teriyaki Chicken with 41g protein (340 cal).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from Panda Express’ published nutrition information.

Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from Panda Express’ official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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