Panda Express String Bean Chicken Breast: Full Nutrition Facts
Complete nutrition breakdown for Panda Express String Bean Chicken Breast — including corrections to two widespread data errors (calories and protein) found on most nutrition comparison sites.
Quick Answer
String Bean Chicken Breast has 210 calories and 12g protein per serving. Many sites list 190 calories and 15g protein — both wrong. The correct current official figures are 210 cal / 12g protein. It also has 5g of dietary fiber, making it one of the higher-fiber entrees on the Panda Express menu.
String Bean Chicken Breast — Full Nutrition Facts
Per standard entree serving. Values from official Panda Express nutrition data.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 210 |
| Total Fat | 12g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 30mg |
| Sodium | 560mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 13g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5g |
| Sugars | 5g |
| Protein | 12g |
Source: official Panda Express nutrition data
210
Calories
12g
Protein
5g
Fiber
560mg
Sodium
Allergens
Contains:
Wheat, Soy
Does NOT contain:
Sesame, Eggs, Milk, Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Shellfish, Fish
String Bean Chicken Breast has one of the simpler allergen profiles on the Panda Express menu — wheat and soy only, with no sesame, eggs, or dairy. This makes it a relatively accessible choice for diners managing multiple allergens (as long as wheat and soy are not concerns).
Build a String Bean Chicken Breast Meal
Add String Bean Chicken Breast with any side to see your exact Bowl nutrition totals.
Open Calorie Calculator →Chicken Breast Entrees — Comparison
How String Bean Chicken Breast compares to the other three chicken breast entrees, sorted by calories.
| Entree | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber | Cal/g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| String Bean Chicken Breast | 210 | 12g | 12g | 13g | 5g | 17.5 |
| Sweet & Sour Chicken Breast | 300 | 10g | 12g | 40g | 1g | 30 |
| Honey Sesame Chicken Breast | 340 | 16g | 15g | 35g | 1g | 21.3 |
| Sweetfire Chicken Breast | 360 | 15g | 15g | 40g | 2g | 24 |
Source: official Panda Express nutrition data. Cal/g = calories per gram of protein.
String Bean Chicken Breast has the lowest calories among chicken breast entrees, the highest fiber (5g), and the best protein efficiency (17.5 cal/g). Honey Sesame leads on raw protein (16g) but at 130 more calories. For calorie-conscious ordering among chicken breast options, String Bean is the clear winner.
Bowl Calorie and Macro Totals
Complete totals for a String Bean Chicken Breast Bowl paired with each available side.
| Bowl Combination | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Greens + String Bean Chicken Breast | 340 | 21g | 16g | 27g | 12g |
| Chow Fun + String Bean Chicken Breast | 620 | 21g | 21g | 86g | 6g |
| White Steamed Rice + String Bean Chicken Breast | 730 | 22g | 12g | 131g | 5g |
| Chow Mein + String Bean Chicken Breast | 810 | 27g | 35g | 107g | 12g |
| Fried Rice + String Bean Chicken Breast | 830 | 25g | 31g | 114g | 6g |
Source: official Panda Express nutrition data. Bowl = 1 side + String Bean Chicken Breast.
Data Errors — Corrected
What other sites get wrong about String Bean Chicken Breast
Calories listed as 190 — wrong. Multiple nutrition sites and some tracking apps still show 190 calories. Current official value: 210 calories.
Protein listed as 15g — outdated. Some databases show the old figure of 15g protein. Current official value: 12g protein.
Correct current data: 210 calories, 12g protein, 12g fat, 13g carbs, 5g fiber, 560mg sodium.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Panda Express String Bean Chicken Breast?
String Bean Chicken Breast has 210 calories per serving. Many nutrition sites list 190 calories — this is incorrect. The current official Panda Express nutrition data shows 210 calories. Paired with Super Greens (130 cal), the Bowl totals 340 calories. Paired with Fried Rice (620 cal), it totals 830 calories.
How much protein is in String Bean Chicken Breast at Panda Express?
String Bean Chicken Breast has 12g of protein per serving. Multiple sites and apps list 15g protein — this is outdated data. The correct current figure is 12g. Protein efficiency is 17.5 calories per gram — moderate compared to the teriyaki options (8.3 cal/g) but better than most other chicken entrees.
Is String Bean Chicken Breast healthy at Panda Express?
It is one of the better options. At 210 calories with 12g protein, 12g fat, and 13g carbs, it has a relatively balanced macro profile. It also has 5g of dietary fiber — unusually high for a Panda Express entree. The sodium (560mg) is on the lower end. Compared to Orange Chicken (510 cal, 16g protein), it is a significantly better nutritional choice.
Is String Bean Chicken Breast gluten-free?
No. It contains wheat and soy. The only wheat-free food item at Panda Express is White Steamed Rice. String Bean Chicken Breast uses soy sauce in its preparation, which contains both wheat and soy. It does not contain sesame, eggs, milk, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, or fish.
How does String Bean Chicken Breast compare to Orange Chicken?
String Bean Chicken Breast is nutritionally superior across nearly every metric. String Bean: 210 cal, 12g protein, 12g fat, 13g carbs, 17.5 cal/g protein efficiency. Orange Chicken: 510 cal, 16g protein, 24g fat, 53g carbs, 31.9 cal/g. Orange Chicken has 4g more protein but at 300 more calories and 4x more carbs. For nutrition, String Bean Chicken Breast is the clear choice.
What does Panda Express String Bean Chicken Breast contain?
String Bean Chicken Breast is a stir-fried dish with chicken breast strips, string beans (green beans), and a savory sauce. The sauce contains soy and wheat. The dish does not contain sesame, eggs, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, or fish. It has 5g of dietary fiber, largely from the green beans.
How does String Bean Chicken Breast rank compared to other chicken breast entrees?
Among the four chicken breast entrees at Panda Express: String Bean Chicken Breast (210 cal, 12g prot, 17.5 cal/g) is the lowest calorie. Sweet & Sour Chicken Breast (300 cal, 10g) has fewer protein grams. Honey Sesame Chicken Breast (340 cal, 16g) leads on raw protein. Sweetfire Chicken Breast (360 cal, 15g) is the highest calorie. String Bean wins on calories and fiber.
Can I eat String Bean Chicken Breast on a diet?
Yes — it is one of the better diet options at Panda Express. A Bowl of Super Greens + String Bean Chicken Breast totals 340 calories with 21g protein and 12g fiber (one of the highest fiber totals possible at Panda Express). The 210-calorie entree leaves room for a meaningful side without pushing the Bowl over 400 calories.