Want to learn how to make your favorite Panda Express chicken entrees at home? We've got you covered with these 9 Panda Express copycat recipes. You won't miss driving there, and your wallet will thank you.
Craving Panda Express, but not chicken? Try our reader favorite eggplant tofu and our popular broccoli beef.
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About Panda Express
Panda Express is a popular fast food restaurant that specializes in American Chinese cuisine. Their motto is "Chinese inspired, American made," and they take pride in their bold flavors and fresh ingredients.
If you are a customer that has food allergies, dietary preferences or restrictions, you need to be fully aware that Panda Express preps and cooks all the food in the same kitchen.
If this is a concern of yours, rest assured, you can enjoy all the great taste of Panda Express in your own kitchen made specially for your dietary needs.
Wok Smart
For their health-minded customers, Panda Express has some entrees that are better for you.
Our Panda Express Teriyaki Chicken copycat recipe is so easy, you'll want to learn how to make this at home for dinner tonight. The chicken thighs are marinated, then grilled and brushed with a delicious thick, sweet, and savory teriyaki glaze.
Our Panda Express string bean chicken breast copycat recipe will curb your Chinese food cravings any night of the week. It's delicious, and is better for you and your budget. Once it's prepped, it's ready in 12 minutes.
Our Panda Express mushroom chicken copycat recipe is bursting with flavor in every bite! Tender chicken and sauteed zucchini and mushrooms are tossed in a savory rich garlic ginger sauce.
Our Panda Express black pepper chicken copycat recipe is restaurant quality with its juicy, tender chicken and crisp veggies tossed in a rich, savory sauce. It's easy to make at home, and even more delicious than the restaurant one!
Spicy
Some of the Panda Express entrees have a little bit of heat in them, so they let their customers know by displaying a little red chili pepper on the menu.
Skip the takeout and make this copycat version of Panda Express orange chicken. Learn how to make the crispy chicken and the sweet and spicy orange sauce for an unforgettable meal you'll want on repeat.
Our Panda Express sweet fire chicken is one copycat recipe you don't want to be without! When you're craving Chinese food, make this irresistibly sweet and spicy sauce to enjoy over crispy fried chicken, red bell peppers, onions, and pineapple.
Wok Smart and Spicy
You guessed it! These entrees combine the best of both worlds--good for you and spicy.
Our copycat Panda Express Kung Pao chicken recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner, as it cooks in only 12 minutes. Marinated chicken, peanuts, and crisp tender vegetables coated with a spicy, savory sauce will have you saying it tastes better than takeout!
Our Panda Express Firecracker chicken copycat recipe is easy to make and absolutely delicious. It is so full of flavor that your family will think you just picked it up from the restaurant!
Other Entree
Maybe this entree isn't wok smart or spicy, but it sure is tasty.
Our Panda Express honey sesame chicken copycat recipe is better than takeout! The chicken is crispy, and is covered with a sweet, sticky sauce that is irresistible. This stir fry is perfect for meal prep.
Other Panda Express Recipes You'll Love
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Alex
I love the Honey Sesame Chicken and the Kung Pao Chicken. This blog post was really informative and really well written.❤️🌶
Emma
Thank you very much, Alex!
Beth
My favorites are the Mushroom Chicken, Honey Sesame Chicken, and Kung Pao. Kung Pao sure can pack a punch, though! These amazing-tasting recipes are all very close to the original.👍
Emma
Thank you so much, Beth! We're glad that you enjoy all of our stir fry recipes.