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10 Tasty Homemade Panda Express Recipes

Published: Aug 11, 2024 by Saimar · This blog generates income via ads

Cook your favorite Panda Express dishes at home with our simple and delicious recipes. Perfect for those who love fast food and want to try making it themselves.

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Homemade Panda Express Recipes

Here's a list of 10 amazing Panda Express recipes you can make at home. These dishes are full of flavor and capture the unique taste of your favorite Panda Express meals. From sweet and tangy Orange Chicken to savory Beijing Beef, every recipe is easy to follow. Enjoy cooking up these delicious treats that bring the essence of Panda Express right into your kitchen. This list lets you recreate popular fast-food classics, so you can enjoy them anytime.

Panda Express Orange Chicken

Panda Express Orange Chicken

 

Get ready for a home-cooked spin on a fast-food favorite! Panda Express Orange Chicken is the star of the menu, a tangy and sweet treat with a zesty citrus kick that's hard to resist. It’s a dinner adventure in your own kitchen—no lines, no waiting, just a plate of that addictive flavor, with ingredients you likely have on hand.

Ingredients:

For the Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 10 tablespoons sugar
  • 10 tablespoons white vinegar
  • orange zest , from large orange

For the Chicken

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs , boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil divided, plus more for frying
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ cup flour

To Finish

  • 1 ½ tablespoons ginger , freshly minced
  • 2 cloves garlic , freshly minced
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

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The Best Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken Recipe

The Best Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken Recipe

The Best Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken recipe is a game-changer for anyone craving that sweet, tangy flavor paired with perfectly crispy chicken. A hit for its fresher, crunchier twist, this recipe also offers a healthier take than the original. Simple steps turn chicken, orange juice, and pantry staples into a delicious meal.

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts diced in 1 inch pieces
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ⅓ cup AP flour
  • salt and pepper

Sauce:

  • ⅓ cup fresh orange juice
  • orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

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Panda Express Orange Chicken (Copycat Recipe)

Panda Express Orange Chicken (Copycat Recipe)

This copycat recipe nails the crispy chicken pieces and wraps them in a zesty, spicy orange sauce, just like the original. It's a crowd-pleaser, ensuring you can enjoy the fantastic taste without leaving your house. Plus, cooking it yourself means you can adjust the spice to your liking. Dive into making this easy treat and serve it with rice or noodles for a complete, delicious meal.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • vegetable oil, or other neutral flavored oil, for frying
  • Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon red chili pepper paste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced, for garnish (optional)

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Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Copycat

Panda Express Mushroom Chicken

 

Skip the takeout and enjoy this Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Copycat at home. This recipe captures the essence of the beloved dish with tender chicken slices, fresh mushrooms, and crunchy zucchini, all sautéed in a garlicky soy sauce. It's not only simple to make but also quick, perfect for a speedy weeknight meal. With a brief marinade and fast cooking time, you’ll have a delicious, healthier version of your restaurant favorite in no time!

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ( 500 grams) boneless and skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced- ¼ inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups mushrooms, cleaned and quartered
  • 1 large zucchini, cut into half circles
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • Chicken Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons corn starch
  • Sauce
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

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Orange Chicken

Orange Chicken

This recipe is a delicious adventure, transforming simple ingredients like chicken breast, orange juice, and a mix of flavorful seasonings into those bite-sized pieces drenched in that irresistible, tangy-sweet sauce. Crafting this dish is easy and pocket-friendly, ensuring you get to indulge in crispy, juicy chicken that's just bursting with that perfect blend of orange zestiness anytime you crave it.

Ingredients:

For the chicken:

  • 2 pounds (900g) chicken breasts boneless and skinless cut into 1 inch pieces, Note 1
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil can also use olive oil
  • ½ cup cornstarch (cornflour in the UK & Australia)
  • ⅓ cup all purpose flour

For the sauce:

  • ¾ cup orange juice
  • zest of 1 orange optional
  • ¼ cup (60ml) distilled vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 4 cloves garlic minced or grated

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Chow Mein {Panda Express Copycat}

Chow Mein {Panda Express Copycat}

Savor the taste of Panda Express from your own kitchen with this easy Chow Mein copycat! In just 20 minutes, you can toss together stir-fried noodles bursting with the crunch of fresh veggies and a savory sauce. It's perfect as a speedy side dish or boosted with your choice of protein for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 packages refrigerated Yaki-Soba (5.6 ounces each), seasoning packet discarded, see note below
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ yellow onion , thinly sliced
  • 3 ribs celery , sliced diagonally into small pieces
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage

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Panda Express Orange Chicken Recipe

Panda Express Orange Chicken Recipe

From crispy battered chicken to the zesty orange sauce spiked with authentic Asian chili oil, Panda Express Orange Chicken dish packs all the punch of dining out. Pair it with steamed rice for the full experience, and get ready to impress everyone at the table with homemade deliciousness that's simpler than you think!

Ingredients:

  • Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • Sauce
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ½ cup vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes in oil
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

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Panda Express Mushroom Chicken

Panda Express Mushroom Chicken

Follow this easy guide to stir-fry your way to a delicious, healthier version of your take-out favorite, complete with juicy chicken and crisp veggies. Perfect for a quick and tasty dinner, this dish combines tender chicken, meaty mushrooms, and fresh zucchini in a savory ginger soy sauce. With a prep and cook time of just 30 minutes, it's faster than waiting in line at the restaurant.

Ingredients:

  • Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, or thighs, ½" thick slices
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • Stir-Fry Sauce
  • ½ cup unsalted chicken stock , or broth
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, brown sugar, or honey
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Mushroom Chicken Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 4 cups sliced zucchini, ½" thick slices
  • 8 ounces white mushrooms, ½" thick slices, 3 cups

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Panda Express Honey Sesame Chicken Breast (Copycat)

Panda Express Honey Sesame Chicken Breast (Copycat)

This dish, a fan favorite, brings a healthier twist to indulgence with tender chicken breast, vibrant green beans, and crisp bell peppers, all tossed in a sticky honey sesame sauce. Loved for its perfect balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors, this copycat recipe lets you enjoy the beloved restaurant classic anytime.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

  • 1 pound chicken breast , boneless skinless, cut into 1" chunks
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • vegetable oil for frying

Honey Sesame Sauce:

  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ⅛ teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

To Finish:

  • 1 pound string beans , trimmed
  • 1 yellow bell pepper , sliced thinly
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds

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Low-FODMAP ‘Copycat’ Panda Express Orange

Low-FODMAP ‘Copycat’ Panda Express Orange

It's gluten-free and dairy-free, so more people can enjoy this classic favorite. This homemade version brings all the crispy, sweet, and tangy goodness without the tummy trouble. Perfectly fried chicken gets tossed in a vibrant, orange-flavored sauce, making it a delicious treat for special days.

Ingredients:

  • For low-FODMAP breaded chicken pieces:
  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (about 1.5 lbs); chopped into bite-size pieces
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup cornstarch or potato starch
  • Canola or other preferred oil for frying
  • Chives or scallion tips, optional for garnish
  • For low-FODMAP Orange Sauce: (makes about 1.5 cups sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic-infused olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger or 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • ½-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust based on desired spice level)
  • ¼-1/2 cup soy sauce, gluten-free if necessary (less sodium preferred)
  • ½ cup vinegar (white, apple cider or rice vinegar), confirm gluten-free if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch or potato starch
  • ¼ cup water
  • 6 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar (increase to 6 tbsp for a very sweet sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest (about 1 medium orange)
  • ¼ cup fresh squeezed orange juice (from the same orange)
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

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