Panda Express Chow Mein (Side, 12 oz): 520 calories
- 14gProtein
- 89gCarbs
- 12gFat
- 1,040mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from Panda Express Nutrition Information (U.S.), last checked October 11, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
Panda Express Chow Mein nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chow Mein (Side, 12 oz) | 520 | 14g | 89g | 12g | 1,040mg | 26% |
The Panda Express Chow Mein (Side, 12 oz) is about 26% of a 2,000-calorie day and 45% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How to make a Panda Express order lighter
- Order the Super Greens (Side, 10 oz) instead: 340 fewer calories, 8g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the Panda Express Chow Mein (Side, 12 oz) takes about 117 minutes of brisk walking, 54 minutes of running (5 mph) or 54 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
The closest item of the same kind at other chains:
- Chick-fil-A Mac & Cheese (Medium): 450 calories, 20g protein
- Wendy's Sour Cream and Chive Baked Potato: 300 calories, 8g protein
- Panera Bread French Baguette (1/4 baguette): 290 calories, 9g protein
- Taco Bell Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce: 220 calories, 3g protein
- KFC Cornbread Muffin: 210 calories, 3g protein
Questions people ask
The Panda Express Chow Mein (Side, 12 oz) has 520 calories, with 14g of protein, 89g of carbs and 12g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Super Greens (Side, 10 oz) has 180 calories, 340 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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