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Panda Express • Keto & Low-Carb Guide • Updated June 2026

Keto Options at Panda Express

Quick Answer: Yes — Panda Express has 8 keto options. The lowest-carb option at Panda Express is the Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with 8g carbs (300 cal). Top pick overall: the String Bean Chicken Breast (190 cal, 14g protein, Nom Score B).

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See all 8 keto options at Panda Express
The Nom Score read

The String Bean Chicken Breast tops Panda Express’ 8 keto options — Nom Score B (67/100) on 190 calories, 14g protein, and 590mg sodium. The Grilled Teriyaki Chicken carries the most protein at 36g. Every pick sits on the Chicken menu. Net carbs across the picks run 8–10g. Figures are computed from Panda Express’ published nutrition data (June 2026).

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Watch-outs

What to Avoid

These items at Panda Express don’t meet keto criteria:

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Wok-fired Shrimp
18g net carbs (max 10) — 15g sugar (max 8)
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Black Pepper Chicken
14g net carbs (max 10)
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Broccoli Beef
11g net carbs (max 10)
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Beijing Beef
45g net carbs (max 10) — 24g sugar (max 8)
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Kung Pao Chicken
12g net carbs (max 10)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order Keto at Panda Express

Swap rice or noodles for Super Greens (10g carbs) and pick a savory entree—Black Pepper Angus Steak is 10g carbs, String Bean Chicken Breast 13g
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken (8g carbs, 36g protein) and Broccoli Beef (13g carbs) are the leanest low-carb entrees
Avoid the sweet-sauced entrees: Orange Chicken (38g carbs), Beijing Beef (46g), and SweetFire Chicken (47g)
FAQ

Common questions about keto at Panda Express

Is Panda Express good for keto diets?

Yes — Panda Express has 8 keto options, topped by the String Bean Chicken Breast (Nom Score B).

What’s the best keto option at Panda Express?

The String Bean Chicken Breast is the best choice with 190 calories, 14g protein, and a Nom Score of B.

What is the lowest-carb item at Panda Express?

The lowest-carb option at Panda Express is the Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with 8g carbs (300 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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