{"id":109755,"date":"2026-05-14T14:05:40","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T14:05:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/14\/copycat-panda-express-orange-chicken-secret-ingredient\/"},"modified":"2026-05-14T14:05:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T14:05:40","slug":"copycat-panda-express-orange-chicken-secret-ingredient","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/14\/copycat-panda-express-orange-chicken-secret-ingredient\/","title":{"rendered":"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken (Secret Ingredient!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>I have the <strong>secret ingredient<\/strong> that makes this copycat Panda Express orange chicken <strong>taste exactly like the real deal<\/strong>. It\u2019s a simple upgrade that gives you that bold, signature flavor. Once you try it, you\u2019ll see why mine stands out over others!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of Panda Express orange chicken in a skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-339418\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-the-reason-this-one-actually-tastes-right\">The Reason This One Actually Tastes Right<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Secret Ingredient Makes All the Difference:<\/strong> Instead of watered down orange juice, my recipe uses orange extract for a more concentrated flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crispy Chicken That Stays Crispy:<\/strong> A simple coating and frying method gives you that signature crunch, even after tossing it in the sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make It a Full Takeout Night at Home:<\/strong> Pair this with my copycat <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-chow-mein\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"280541\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">chow mein<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/beijing-beef\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"233472\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Beijing beef<\/a> to create a complete takeout-style meal!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-panda-express-orange-chicken-ingredients\">Panda Express Orange Chicken Ingredients <\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled Panda Express orange chicken ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-339476\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled Panda Express orange chicken ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-339476\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsCopyCatPandaExpressOrangeChicken-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Chicken:<\/strong> Boneless skinless chicken thighs are a <strong>must!<\/strong> It keeps the chicken from drying out and is what Panda Express uses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cornstarch:<\/strong> I use it to coat the chicken an help thicken the sauce. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled orange sauce ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-339477\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled orange sauce ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-339477\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IngredientsWithLabelsPandaExpressOrangeChicken-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/McCormick-Pure-Extract-Orange-Pack\/dp\/B07JKJKY4R\/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1J9YGERTA9X0U&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vU50gqq0TPW7D-4oz3iWSWt6_nupj9pNTHOrQr_tXaWKZd1Ffx_rWfbmzPzzmo9lMAU59rJ_NGkiy1NTjAwbPea4PaDq7m-GWxCvtrpwHujzknI7Man_PzATBFhCAZ3mXmd2yfBpFjTsuA4LkPdVJ7EeMyGFYECol2ZNwA1mEX4lCi0Vc9ooLTVhUr931YyzlEemG5K87jSX9mt-rmvgM1EaJu2jIHL9N4ZSyynUCrWjv2e2TEh5J7qsBOLfbRIe7zay0RNqw0-BHESvcRArYJsIg8Z9zMmqXDWVu9ykG_w.iNaduyUbzftPu5UU_OUIr7nmc55pvN_NzgmOexiQvDs&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Orange+Extract&amp;qid=1778014993&amp;sprefix=orange+extract%2Caps%2C177&amp;sr=8-5\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Orange Extract<\/a>:<\/strong> The <strong>SECRET<\/strong> ingredient! It\u2019s even listed in the ingredients on their website. Many copycat recipes use orange juice, but a Panda Express chef claims they do not.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Orange Zest:<\/strong> This adds a pop of orange flavor! Use more or less to your liking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distilled Vinegar:<\/strong> A lot of copycat recipes use rice vinegar. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Iberia-Distilled-White-Vinegar-32\/dp\/B00OMZRUUC\/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=28WR1SUPTNWJO&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.k_axS9nr4SriIefZNuijQiR-bH2G0F45fneRZhrq3PCJYvAa0kzrULjmGUIDGrjmMnDooW-50oDrYN8GTkhPn3z1xp0ZdP_gEY8TcZxEfX0Uyf_52taw3bV2ruhMIwd-A09eVDjQC5rX8JKUU9JJDfwLYOUxa3tj9azY5h23qlNVHBk7YgHYNPGoKmp3Z4YvT4mJ-qM5KTjN7YOE8Mqg8J3dRXpdIBkltFAAqfvBvEBt39fMnN6A_2U5QtTHSSWDjcQaASpix-jBnNVRkbrK6yikfzmaKAp8EkaSVuwZ4rI.uaKLX2IgejJ2ajZ_no81y_01z765OJs6XrLzumCneno&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Distilled%2Bvinegar&amp;qid=1778015068&amp;sprefix=distilled%2Bvinegar%2Caps%2C167&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;th=1\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Distilled vinegar<\/a> is listed in the ingredients on their website, so distilled white vinegar it is!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-panda-express-orange-chicken\">How to Make Panda Express Orange Chicken<\/h2>\n<p>I\u2019ve always been a Panda Express girl, and always a fan of their orange chicken. I\u2019ve been testing this copycat recipe for a while and am so excited to share it with you. It\u2019s as delicious as it is easy! Make some <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/vegetable-recipes\/broccoli\/\" type=\"category\" id=\"98037\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">broccoli<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/honey-walnut-shrimp\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"14640\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">honey walnut shrimp<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/air-fryer-fried-rice\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"338078\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">fried rice<\/a> to go with it!<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Coat:<\/strong> Place\u00a0the chicken pieces\u00a0in a large <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ziploc-storage-slider-gallon-bags\/-\/A-15357820?preselect=14730770#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">ziplock bag<\/a>, then sprinkle the chicken with\u00a0garlic salt. Crack an egg on top of the chicken, then massage it in with your hand to coat the chicken. Add\u00a0the cornstarch\u00a0and\u00a0all-purpose flour\u00a0on top of the chicken, then seal the bag and shake to coat the chicken well.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Orange Sauce:<\/strong> In a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/8pc-glass-set-of-4-mixing-bowls-with-lids-clear-figmint-8482\/-\/A-87707504#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">medium-sized bowl<\/a>, add sugar,\u00a0distilled vinegar,\u00a0soy sauce,\u00a0orange extract,\u00a0cornstarch,\u00a0garlic,\u00a0ginger paste,\u00a0red pepper flakes, and\u00a0orange zest, and whisk until combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook:<\/strong> In a large skillet or wok, add the oil and heat over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot enough, add the coated chicken, and cook for 7-8 minutes, or until cooked through and browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thicken Sauce:<\/strong> Return to the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Sqe7NA\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">skillet<\/a> over medium-high heat and add the orange sauce. Whisk and heat the sauce for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine:<\/strong> Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, then toss it in the sauce to coat thoroughly. Heat the sauce with the chicken for about 2 minutes. The sauce will thicken more as it sticks to the chicken. Garnish Panda Express Orange Chicken with red pepper flakes and serve over <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/instant-pot-rice\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"116513\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">rice<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339431\" alt=\"Chicken pieces in a bag with cornstarch and flour. \" class=\"wp-image-339431\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339431\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken pieces in a bag with cornstarch and flour. \" class=\"wp-image-339431\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339433\" alt=\"All of the sauce ingredients whisked together in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-339433\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339433\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"All of the sauce ingredients whisked together in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-339433\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339432\" alt=\"Coated chicken cooking in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-339432\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339432\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Coated chicken cooking in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-339432\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339434\" alt=\"Sauce simmering in a skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-339434\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339434\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sauce simmering in a skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-339434\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339435\" alt=\"Cooked chicken added back to the skillet with the sauce. \" class=\"wp-image-339435\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"339435\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Cooked chicken added back to the skillet with the sauce. \" class=\"wp-image-339435\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. Perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner the whole family will love.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-alyssa-s-pro-tip\">Alyssa\u2019s Pro Tip<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t Skip This Step!<\/strong> Heating the sauce and chicken together for a few minutes at the end really helps the sauce stick to the chicken.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-must-have-tools-for-this-recipe\">Must Have Tools For This Recipe<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panda-express-orange-chicken-2.jpg&amp;description=Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"339267\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/panda-express-orange-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-339268\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"339268\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-3312885417\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-3312885417\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-339268-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-339268-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"339268\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-339268-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Place <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-0 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 \u00bd pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs<\/span> in a large ziplock bag. Sprinkle the chicken with <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-1 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd teaspoon garlic salt<\/span>. Crack <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-7 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 large egg<\/span> on top of the chicken and massage it in with your hand to coat the chicken.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-339268-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-2 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd cup cornstarch<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-3 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd cup all-purpose flour<\/span> on top of the chicken. Seal the bag and shake to coat the chicken well.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-339268-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-9 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 cup granulated sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-10 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00be cup distilled vinegar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-11 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc cup soy sauce<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-12 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 \u00bd teaspoons orange extract<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-13 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">2 tablespoons cornstarch<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-17 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd teaspoon minced garlic<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-18 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd teaspoon ginger paste<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-19 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd teaspoon red pepper flakes<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-20 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 tablespoon orange zest<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-339268-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large skillet or wok, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-339268-8 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u2153 cup canola oil or vegetable oil<\/span> and heat over medium-high. Once the oil is hot enough, add the coated chicken. Cook for 7-8 minutes, or until cooked through and browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-339268-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Returning to the skillet over medium-high heat, add the orange sauce. Whisk and heat the sauce for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-339268-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Toss the chicken in the sauce to coat it well. Heat the sauce with the chicken for about 2 minutes. The sauce will thicken more as it sticks to the chicken. Garnish with red pepper flakes and serve over rice.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-339268-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Leftover Instructions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong>\u00a0If you do have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheating:<\/strong> Warm in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-339268-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">727<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">82<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">38<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">208<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1278<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">494<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">50<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">189<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Plated Panda Express Orange chicken on a bed of white rice. \" class=\"wp-image-339419\" title=\"Skip the drive-thru and make this copycat Panda Express orange chicken at home! Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. 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Crispy chicken coated in a sweet, sticky orange sauce with a secret ingredient that makes it taste just like the real thing. 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