Curated Wellness Guide

Highest Protein Panda Express Meals for Athletes

Optimize your post-workout macros with high-protein chicken and beef woks. Read our comprehensive nutritional evaluation and celiac audit.

For fitness enthusiasts, bodybuilders, and athletes, hitting daily protein targets is essential. Panda Express offers multiple entrees packed with complete, high-quality amino acids.

Protein-Dense Menu Selections (15g+ Protein)

Chow Meinside | Portion Size: 11 oz
600 CalP: 15g | Na: 1000mg
Grilled Teriyaki Chickenentree | Portion Size: 6 oz
275 CalP: 33g | Na: 470mg
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken - Cub Mealentree | Portion Size: 4.5 oz
210 CalP: 24.75g | Na: 350mg
Hot Orange Chickenentree | Portion Size: 5.92 oz
550 CalP: 17g | Na: 950mg
Kung Pao Chickenentree | Portion Size: 6.73 oz
320 CalP: 17g | Na: 1050mg
Orange Chickenentree | Portion Size: 5.92 oz
510 CalP: 16g | Na: 850mg
Teriyaki Chickenentree | Portion Size: 6 oz
340 CalP: 41g | Na: 630mg
Teriyaki Chicken - Cub Mealentree | Portion Size: 4.5 oz
250 CalP: 31g | Na: 470mg
Honey Sesame Chicken Breastentree | Portion Size: 5.3 oz
340 CalP: 16g | Na: 540mg
Sweetfire Chicken Breastentree | Portion Size: 5.8 oz
360 CalP: 15g | Na: 370mg
Black Pepper Sirloin Steakentree | Portion Size: 5.1 oz
180 CalP: 19g | Na: 590mg
Broccoli Beefentree | Portion Size: 5.44 oz
150 CalP: 15g | Na: 520mg
Steamed Ginger Fishentree | Portion Size: 6 oz
200 CalP: 15g | Na: 1990mg
Wok-Fired Shrimpentree | Portion Size: 6 oz
190 CalP: 17g | Na: 1140mg

Dietitian Verdict & Hack

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken is the absolute protein powerhouse, delivering 36g of protein per serving. For a massive protein bomb, order a Bigger Plate with double Teriyaki Chicken and Black Pepper Sirloin Steak for over 90g of protein!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which item has the absolute most protein?

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken contains 36 grams of pure protein per standard serving.

Is Teriyaki Chicken healthy for muscle gain?

Yes, it is excellent for muscle gain. You can request the sweet Teriyaki Sauce on the side to avoid extra refined sugars and carbs.

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