Plant-Based Orange Chicken Petition Gains Traction as Panda Express Considers Reintroduction, US

A petition demanding the return of Beyond the Original Orange Chicken at Panda Express is gaining traction among fans of the Chinese-American fast-food chain. The plant-based entrée, developed in collaboration with vegan company Beyond Meat, was initially introduced in limited markets but quickly became a customer favorite. Although Panda Express has not confirmed whether the dish will be brought back, the increasing support for the petition reflects a strong consumer interest in plant-based options. The company acknowledges the demand for innovative plant-based dishes and emphasizes its commitment to menu innovation and meeting evolving dietary preferences. Panda Express currently offers limited plant-based options, but the popularity of Beyond the Original Orange Chicken highlights the need for more substantial vegan entrées at the chain. Beyond Meat’s collaboration with Panda Express is part of their broader strategy to introduce plant-based options in the fast-food sector and reflects the growing trend of major chains embracing meat alternatives. While the fate of Beyond the Original Orange Chicken remains uncertain, the success of plant-based offerings in other regions suggests a positive outlook for the future of vegan options at fast-food establishments.