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ChoppedFour chefs call on their culinary skills as they face off against one another to prepare a spectacular three-course meal consisting of an appetizer, entree and dessert. The catch? In each round, they have to use all the ingredients the show provides them, however unlikely they might be (Gummi Bears, anyone?). At the end of each course, a panel of three guest judges "chops" one chef who fails to measure up in terms of taste, presentation and creativity. The last chef standing takes home bragging rights and a cool $10,000. Ted Allen hosts.S21, EP5 "Teen Tournament: Grand Finale"Four preliminary champions return; a sea creature shocker; the entree round basket contains a classic snack; the ice cream maker stirs up an encounter.
S21, EP7 "Ultimate Champions: Pros"Four returning champions compete; eels and a salty veggie in the appetizer basket; a bird and a soda in the entree round; a special cheese and creepy chocolate in the dessert round.
S21, EP8 "Ultimate Champions: Amateur Champs"Previous amateur winners return; in the appetizer round, salsa and cheese blintzes; the entree round features an off-balance tug-of-war over a piece of equipment; grapefruit in the dessert basket.
S21, EP9 "Ultimate Champions: Heroes"Two firefighters, a police officer and an Army veteran face off; savory dishes made with pineapple and fruit and nut bars; spring garlic and lamb chops in the entree basket; an unpleasantly purple ingredient in the last round.
S21, EP10 "Ultimate Champions: Celebrities"Champions from the world of entertainment and sports compete; in the appetizer round, a peculiar type of flour and sweet tea; a can of soup in the entree round; banana paste and cream cheese desserts.
S35, EP4 "Waffles For The Win"First, the chefs bring some heat to their waffle appetizers by seasoning them with chiles de arbol; a thick Belgian waffle dough hits the irons in round two; waffles take the form of cookies in the dessert round.
S28, EP1 "Chopped Champions: Battle 1, Best of the Best"The group of defending champions must first rock a basket that includes pig ears; in the second round, the chefs must navigate the complicated relationship between fish and cheese; artichokes are a cruel draw for dessert.
S28, EP2 "Chopped Champions: Battle 2, Fighting Shape"The first basket features deceptively simple sausage and cabbage; an organ meat plays the starring role in the second basket; the final basket will take some champion swagger and skill to crack.
S28, EP3 "Chopped Champions: Battle 3, Chefs in Control"In the appetizer round, a hard-to-melt candy and a difficult-to-prep veggie; in the entree round, a seemingly cheffy protein; the dessert basket holds bison jerky.
S28, EP4 "Chopped Champions: Battle 4, Kitchen Storm"A husband and wife are among the returning champs; crab claws and vanilla frosting in the first basket; the entree round basket contains wild boar; in the dessert round, a savory mousse causes the competitors some alarm.
S28, EP5 "Chopped Champions: Conclusion, $50,000 Pay Day"Unusual clams and a decadent meat are ingredients in the first round; a protein almost takes up the entire entree round basket; onions are one of the ingredients in dessert basket.
S58, EP13 "Easy Breezy, Mac and Cheesy"In a dynamic first round, the chefs have a lot of ideas for their turkey legs and milkshakes, but they struggle to keep pace with the clock; then in a drama-filled second round, the chefs rush to make steak work with a wacky candied surprise.
S22, EP12 "Thrill of the Grill"For their appetizers, the chefs discover watermelon and wine coolers in the basket; beautiful cut of beef and tedious-to-prep beans await the chefs in the second round; a cone of sugar and a pitcher of lemonade in the dessert basket.
S21, EP11 "Ultimate Champions: Grand Finale!"Risotto is featured in the first round; the entree round basket contains a huge surprise; booze and some baked goods in the desert basket.
S18, EP9 "Chocolate Competition"The chefs must figure out how to make chocolate work in the first two, savory, courses; combining two chocolate ingredients with cherries and a German layer cake.
S18, EP2 "Teen Talent"Four teenaged chefs compete; the first basket contains a sweet drink and a juicy fruit; the second baskets contains sophisticated ingredients; breakfast-like ingredients in the dessert round.
S33, EP3 "Star Power: The Last Laugh!"Illeana Douglas, Ron Funches, Jonathan Sadowski and Julie White engage in a rowdy display of cooking improv in the third competition of the Star Power tournament; a South American flatbread and a beautiful seafood; marshmallows in the entree basket.
S33, EP4 "Star Power: Screen Sensations!"Actors Rick Fox, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Alysia Reiner and Alan Thicke compete; bass and ice pops for the appetizer; a pantry ingredient in round two; cold treats in the dessert round.
S33, EP5 "Star Power: Grand Finale"Four celebrity champions compete to win $50,000 win for their favorite charity; a breakfast pastry and bland fruit for round one; an altered pineapple for the second round; a tower of cookies and a tropical fruit for dessert.
S58 "Battle Italiano: Emilia-Romagna"Four chefs get to the heart of Italian cuisine with ingredients from the robust Emilia-Romagna region. A slithery surprise challenges the chefs in the appetizer round, while the entrée round ends with very different takes on a veal and mushroom dish.
S35, EP3 "Food Truck Luck"Chefs attempt to make outstanding appetizers with two proteins; in the entree basket, the chefs find a New England sandwich and a Mexican pepper; the final two food truck chefs left in the fight receive dessert nachos in the last basket.
S58, EP12 "Episode 7"The chefs are shocked when abalone appears in their appetizer baskets. Then, a fusion soup and a colorful veggie are in the mix in the entrée basket, and an unwelcome egg in the dessert basket challenges the competitors to create innovative final plates.
S58, EP11 "Chopped"The chefs turn edible trash into culinary treasures in a zero-waste challenge; they have big plans for shrimp shells, leftover meals, and vegetable tops before the two finalists make wise use of old milk before time expires in the dessert round..
S58, EP10 "Chopped"The chefs open the first basket to discover they'll be serving up cephalopods; pork and Portuguese finger food prove challenging in the second round; a canned cocktail and marshmallow treats show up in the last basket.
S58, EP9 "Breakfast Baskets!"Inspired by hash browns and energized by eggs, four chefs wake up the judges' palates using baskets packed with breakfast foods; two chefs battle with breakfast sandwiches as entrées, while a strange coffee and meat dish prove challenging.
S58, EP8 "Truffle Kerfuffle"Competitors race to turn mystery ingredients into extraordinary three-course meals; this competition is all about skill, speed and ingenuity and only one chef will impress the judges enough to survive the chopping block.
S58, EP7 "As Duck Would Have It"Four lucky duck chefs are pumped to get a beautiful appetizer basket that includes duck as an ingredient; in the entrée round, the chefs continue to cook with confidence and creativity when faced with a basket featuring a comfort food mashup.
S58, EP6 "A Taste of China"Four chefs compete in a battle celebrating Chinese cuisine; they scramble to distinguish themselves when prompted to make similar appetizers, showcase their unique style with an impressive salmon entrée and craft a dessert from noodles and candy.
S58, EP5 "Spin It to Win It: Final Battle!"Competitors race to turn mystery ingredients into extraordinary three-course meals.
S58, EP4 "Spin It to Win It: Battle 4"With six left in the pool, three impatiently sidelined chefs finally get their chance at the stoves; after facing the wheel's unfamiliar ingredients, the chefs race to prove who can make the better dessert from a breakfast pastry and an Asian spice.
S58, EP3 "Spin It to Win It: Battle 3"This competition is all about skill, speed and ingenuity, and only one chef will impress the judges enough to survive the chopping block.
S58, EP2 "Spin It to Win It: Battle 2"With 12 chefs left in the pool, only three will be selected by the wheel to attempt to topple a fierce returning champion; the appetizer round presents them with a funny cake and an unusual canned item while dessert starts out with a meaty pie.
S58, EP1 "Spin It to Win It: Battle 1"It's the biggest "Chopped" shakeup ever as a wheel of chance will determine the fate of 16 chefs; in the first battle, four talented chefs must take on baskets containing a glorious seafood product, an amphibious delicacy and a strange beverage.
S57, EP12 "Claws Out!"In the first round, the chefs get cracking to procure crab meat to make their appetizers. Then, a strange dip in the second round is a big part of the challenge, while the dessert basket is filled with plenty of fun, including mocktails and fruit balls.
S57, EP11 "Double-Edged Swordfish"The chefs create a kitchen traffic jam when the first basket inspires them to all use the deep fryer. Then, the competitors struggle to make juicy swordfish steaks, and an unusual cheese product for dessert prompts one chef to attempt a cheesecake.
S57, EP10 "Make No Misteak"A trendy pastry in the first round inspires debate among the chefs, while the steaks in the second round aren't the gifts they seem to be. Then in final round, the chefs must figure out how to make a hybrid comfort food go with a savory frozen item.
S57, EP9 "Don't Lose Heart"Four Chopped newbies must figure out what to do with an alligator heart in the appetizer basket. Then, the entrée basket serves up a bird and birthday treat surprise before an oversized ice cream product has the competitors thinking big for dessert.
S57, EP8 "Neck and Neck"Four determined chefs open the appetizer basket to find a deep-fried treat and a special seafood surprise they'll have to make work together. Then, the competitors stick their necks out trying to make creative dishes out of ostrich neck and curry ketchup.
S57, EP7 "Uni Versed?"What the chefs know -- or don't know -- about uni (sea urchin) will play a factor in the appetizer round. Then, a simple soup is part of a complex puzzle in the entrée round, and a corn cake meets a classic candy in the dessert basket.
S57, EP5 "Julia Child's Kitchen: Finale"Four champions return to compete in the finale of a special tournament celebrating Julia Child's legacy. The competitor whose meal is the best will become the grand champion and win a $25,000 dream trip to follow in Julia's footsteps in France!
S57, EP4 "Julia Child's Kitchen: Part 4"Four devotees of the cooking icon Julia Child endeavor to make her proud when they put a riff on her fish stew for an appetizer.Veal makes an appearance in the entrée basket, while fruit and processed cheese make for an oddball combo in dessert.
S57, EP3 "Julia Child's Kitchen: Part 3"Four chefs embrace their inner culinary idol to honor Julia Child's legacy and impress guest judge Isabella Rossellini.
S57, EP2 "Julia Child's Kitchen: Part 2"Four chefs arrive to celebrate the major impact that Julia Child made on the culinary world.
S57, EP1 "Julia Child's Kitchen: Part 1"Competitors race to turn mystery ingredients into extraordinary three-course meals.
S56, EP11 "Halloween Spooktacular"It's Halloween, and the basket goblins have found ingredients that are positively spooky; the chefs struggle to wrap their heads around a pasta brain, try to make something glorious out of something gross and take their shot with tasty syringes.
S56, EP10 "Mouth of the South"Four Southern chefs aim to up their games against talented peers, all dreaming of the title of Chopped champ; the appetizer basket includes a questionable take on fried chicken, and the chefs must get creative with a casserole in the entrée basket.
S56, EP9 "Beef Knuckle Down"When the chefs get fried potatoes topped with Korean chile powder in the appetizer basket, the judges could be in for some fusion confusion or satisfying first plates; the competitors find a versatile, lean cut of meat in the entrée basket.
S56, EP8 "Gummy-Side Up"Four chefs hope for a sweet start as they open their appetizer baskets to find a green gummy shocker; in the entrée round, the big question for the competitors is how to deal with the veal, and it's a race to the ice cream machine.
S56, EP7 "Burger: Impossible"Four chefs who are obsessed with burger mastery compete to see who will reign supreme; the grinders get a workout with magnificent, premium beef appetizers, epic lamb burgers for the main course, and challenging sweet burgers for the dessert round.
S56, EP6 "Oh My Squash!"In the appetizer round, the competitors ramp up the creativity with a peanut butter product to try to give the judges plates they won't forget; in the entrée round, all three chefs run for the grill pans after seeing the protein in the basket.
S56, EP5 "All-American Showdown: Finale"Returning winners from all corners of the U.S.: North, South, East and West, are back to see who can conquer all and win $50,000; in the appetizer round, not everyone is thrilled to see the cut of lamb that they must incorporate into their dishes.
S56, EP4 "All-American Showdown: East"Elite chefs from America's Eastern region battle to see who will face champions from the West, North and South in the finale; in the appetizer basket, a signature dish from the Keystone State must be combined with a Big Apple cocktail.
S56, EP3 "All-American Showdown: South"Four Southern chefs find some hearty comfort foods to inspire them to lean into their culinary roots.
S56, EP2 "All-American Showdown: North"Four Northern chefs battle to see who will represent their region in the $50,000 finale; they start off with a strange paste in the appetizer round; a certain style of pizza and a signature spud are right up this group's alley in the entree basket.
S56, EP1 "All-American Showdown: West"Renowned chefs from across America compete in a five-part tournament extravaganza; in this preliminary battle, four culinary greats from the West face off, starting with an appetizer basket that includes a prized fish and a popular pepper.
S55, EP10 "Meat and Taters!"Four chefs are all about the meat and potatoes with baskets that feature this classic comfort-food combo; they'll have to make bite-sized appetizers out of mighty, meaty portions and craft an appetizing entrée using a bizarre savory cake.
S55, EP9 "Too Yacht to Handle"Chefs who usually cook on yachts trade their sea legs for a topsy-turvy experience; proverbial rough waters in the appetizer round make for a rocky start, and the dessert basket deals the chefs a strange butter and fruity cocktail.
S55, EP8 "Home on the Range"The chefs make food with Western flair and flavor; the competitors find a beautiful cut of meat in the entrée basket, but with no time for low and slow cooking, there might be trouble.
S55, EP7 "FAN-atics"Four lucky superfans get the chance of a lifetime to compete in the "Chopped" kitchen; they'll have to take on a giant gummy creature and an intimidating piece of protein for the main course before using two tricky ingredients for dessert.
S55, EP6 "Get Your Geoducks in a Row"The chefs are in for a tricky puzzle with a very sweet drink and a challenging beef product in the first round; a giant clam in the second basket is an exciting find for the competitors, but cooking it correctly may prove challenging.
S55, EP5 "Military Salute: Finale"The four military finalists cook as a team against a mystery "Chopped" judge in every round; their teamwork and creativity will be tested as they battle against star chefs for the chance to win $75,000 for a charitable cause.
S55, EP4 "Military Salute: Army"Four chefs from the U.S. Army transform a favorite soldier comfort food into an elevated appetizer; a festive drink shakes up the competitors in the dessert round as they fight for a spot in the tournament's finale.
S55, EP3 "Military Salute: Marines"Chopped welcomes the U.S. Marine Corps chefs to the kitchen; the competitors must figure out how to make something that's normally ready-to-eat ready for the judges and get creative when a breakfast food appears in the basket.
S55, EP2 "Military Salute: Air Force"Four members of the U.S. Air Force compete; in the appetizer basket, the chefs find a bowl of something comforting and a crunchy snack, while the dessert round includes a wild play on pickles.
S54, EP17 "Ribeye on the Prize"When four competitors feast their eyes on the thinly sliced ribeye in the basket, they each take their appetizers in very different directions; in the entrée round, the chefs must incorporate a movie snack and a piece of poultry into their dishes.
S54, EP16 "Fiesta Mexicana"It's a fiesta in the "Chopped" kitchen as every basket features foods from Mexico; the chefs must combine a weird ice cream and a classic sauce for the entree and get creative with unusual chips and a leafy greens for dessert.
S54, EP15 "Fry of the Beholder"The chefs must fry and fly as they use the deep fryer or air fryer to make crispy, creative cuisine; the chefs rush to fry up appetizers, and it's unclear whether everyone will remember to plate every basket ingredient.
S54, EP14 "Wanna Pizza Me?"It's a pizza style showdown as four pizza pros race the clock; in the appetizer round, the chefs discover that a notorious pizza topping is a mandatory ingredient, and dessert deals them one of the most controversial toppings ever.
S54, EP13 "Uncommon Ramen"Four determined chefs may think that combining ramen with fruity cereal is their biggest challenge, but a serious injury leaves one competitor stunned; the chefs must deal with a strange frozen food and show their point of view with meaty desserts.
S54, EP12 "A Bunch of Abalone!"Four chefs with distinct personalities are on a quest to show the judges what they can do; in the first basket, they're not thrilled to see a sea creature with which nobody has worked; a condiment made with worms is a squirmy surprise for dessert.
S54, EP11 "Flamin' Hot"With powerful peppers in every basket, four chefs learn that they'll get hotter chilies for every round; after balancing hot and cold components in the entree, they'll have to use finesse to add one of the hottest peppers to desserts.
S54, EP10 "Gluten for Punishment"Something fried in the appetizer basket is a bit of a head-scratcher for the chefs; the competitive fire is strong in the entree round, as they pull some curious fusion tacos from the basket and hustle to put together plates.
S54, EP9 "Good Ole Creole Cookin'"Four chefs who specialize in comforting and complex Creole cuisine get creative with their basket ingredients; the judges are excited to chomp down on their appetizers, but the chefs seem overwhelmed by a protein in the entrée basket.
S54, EP8 "Blind Date Night"Four pairs of chefs are set up on teams to compete against other lovelorn duos in a culinary showdown, and sparks could fly in the heat of battle.
S54, EP7 "Pig Candy"Four chefs get basket ingredients that make them feel like they've died and gone to hog heaven; round-by-round, the competitor who is able to celebrate the pig the best in their dishes is bound to be the champion.
S54, EP6 "Casino Royale XL: Grand Finale"The champs open up the finale appetizer basket and come eye-to-eye with a shocking ingredient; champagne in the dessert basket foreshadows the celebration that lies ahead for one of the competitors.
S54, EP5 "Casino Royale XL: Battle Four"With a spot in the tournament's finale at stake, four chefs open their first basket to find an ingredient called goat water; a squirmy sea creature in the second basket doesn't seem like a keeper, but a risky switch could land something worse.
S54, EP4 "Casino Royale XL: Battle Three"Four new, bold chefs compete in a preliminary battle, and a super sweet ingredient in the first basket proves to be problematic; the entrée basket reveals a cured piece of seafood that doesn't seem like a piece of cake.
S54, EP3 "Casino Royale XL: Battle Two"Four more culinary gamblers have high hopes as they arrive for a preliminary battle of the tournament; the chefs unanimously agree to give one appetizer ingredient the boot and debate using an odd cotton candy creation in the entrée.
S54, EP2 "Casino Royale XL: Battle One"The chefs tempt fate when they are given the risky option to switch out their ingredients, and everyone is shocked when one competitor decides to keep a strange one; a turn of events leaves a chef with an ingredient nobody sees coming.
S54, EP1 "Noodle-palooza"Four chefs who specialize in noodles compete; a spicy surprise means the noodle appetizers might come with a kick; a special coffee makes an appearance for dessert.
S53, EP8 "Grandmas' Grand Holiday"Four talented grandmothers are put in charge of making a remarkable holiday feast with love in every bite; they open the first basket to find a wreath made of something sweet, but nerves lead to some mistakes and scrambling.
S53, EP7 "Gargantuan Surprises"In addition to the three mandatory ingredients in each basket, the competing chefs have to share a colossal fourth ingredient in every round; it's a shockingly big surprise that takes some getting used to.
S53, EP6 "Buzzworthy Bizarre Baskets"The baskets are loaded up with ingredients that have the chefs shaking their heads in disbelief.
S53, EP5 "Thankful for Teachers!"Four beloved teachers get the chance to compete for the title of Chopped Champion.
S53, EP4 "Social Showdown"The appetizer round proves tough for one competitor who runs into trouble with the mussels in the basket.
S53, EP3 "More Cheese, Please!"The chefs find cheese in every basket and have to make it the star of every plate.
S53, EP2 "Tiny But Mighty"The chefs turn dainty ingredients into petite dishes that don't skimp on taste, presentation or creativity; tiny sausages and a breakfast item show up in the appetizer basket; dessert round includes an unusual berry and a baby vegetable.
S53, EP1 "Grilling on the Edge"Second-guessing in round two leaves one chef confused about the main protein; the finalists make dessert plates that include a dough and a fancy fruit.
S52, EP12 "Desperately Seeking Sous-Chef: Finale"Four champions return to the kitchen on a mission to become a sous-chef for a "Chopped" judge; a specialty of Naples is the curveball ingredient of the entrée basket, and a stinky fruit and a spicy ice cream are a part of the dessert round challenge.
S52, EP11 "Desperately Seeking Sous Chef: Battle 4"In the fourth preliminary battle of the sous-chef tournament, the four competitors open the appetizer basket and find a special seafood item; in the entree round, the chefs gain confidence as they work with an Asian street food and a soft drink.
S52, EP10 "Desperately Seeking Sous Chef: Battle 3"Four more enterprising chefs try to ace the most difficult job interview imaginable and score the chance to work for a "Chopped" judge; in round one, offal is an awfully shocking surprise, and a cut of meat proves problematic in the entrée round.
S52, EP9 "Desperately Seeking Sous Chef: Battle 2"Four chefs arrive to give everything they've got for a chance to become a sous chef for a "Chopped" judge; in the entree round, the competitors are challenged to break down whole chickens; one judge's favorite dessert ingredient.
S52, EP8 "Desperately Seeking Sous Chef: Battle 1"Three "Chopped" judges seek a sous chef in a five-part event; in the first preliminary battle, four hopeful candidates tackle an appetizer basket that includes some fish-shaped cakes and an intimidating piece of poultry in the entrée round.
S52, EP7 "Chuck Wagon Cook-Off"Four competitors who love rustic chuck-wagon food are ready to show they have the chops to win; booze and bell peppers in the appetizer basket get things started, and later the judges are on pins and needles waiting to try some prickly pear desserts.
S52, EP6 "Pride and Pea Tendrils"An orange powder provides inspiration in the first round, and a savory cake for the entree round.
S52, EP5 "Sexy Feast"When the "Chopped" baskets contain aphrodisiacs, the judges expect the competitors to come through with sexy dishes; in the entree basket, a heart-shaped comfort food and a sweet fruit appear.
S52, EP4 "Taco Throwdown"Crunchy or soft, minimalist or filled to the max, it's taco time; the chefs find a beverage and a seafood surprise in the first basket, and the competitors must find a place on their plates for a squirmy shocker in the entree round.
S52, EP2 "Pickled Tricks"Four chefs show off their pickling talent; pickle ice cream and pickled flower blossoms.
S52, EP1 "Pie in the Sky"Four chefs set out to make perfect pies, and one chef scrambles in the appetizer round when a competitor declines to share a coveted pantry ingredient; an abundance of protein in the entree basket means meat-lovers pies are in order.
S51, EP15 "Epic BLT Battle"The chefs find BLT-themed ingredients in every basket, including a cheesy-creamy comfort food in the first round; in the dessert round, a lettuce-flavored ingredient has the final two competitors shaking their heads and crossing their fingers.
S51, EP14 "In the Fans' Hands"The chefs are scared when they find out that the ingredients for their battle were chosen by fans via social media; an alarming sandwich appears in the first basket, and a gag-inducing soda is a frightening find in the dessert basket.
S51, EP13 "Deep-Fried Deliciousness"The competing chefs must use the fryers to create crunchy, decadent dishes; the appetizer basket contains something spicy and a strange soda; the judges are excited for fried fish entrees but won't let anyone off the hook for making mistakes.
S51, EP12 "Takeout Takedown"Four chefs tackle a thrilling takeout takedown; in the second round, the competitors must make a Chinese specialty work with an Italian cocktail; a tower of something sweet and a cup of something bubbly are part of the puzzle for the dessert round.
S51, EP11 "Meal of Fortune"Golden baskets are packed with the fanciest of ingredients, and the chefs are challenged to rise to the occasion and create upscale meals; caviar potato chips are a posh surprise in the first basket; high-class sushi must be included in the entrees.
S51, EP10 "Greater Gator"The chefs get alligator in the first basket and race to see who can make it tender and flavorful; the three competitors who advance to the second round are determined to show their skill and creativity, but the clock threatens to upset their plans.
S51, EP9 "Chocolate Frenzy"In this battle, the chefs are blessed with an abundance of the so-called food of the gods. In the first round, the competitors attempt to make duck and chocolate fly. Faux deviled eggs are a sweet trick in the entree basket.
S51, EP8 "Black History Month Celebration"Four chefs celebrate Black History Month through incredible food. Fish fillets and fish peppers must be combined for the appetizer course, and a hearty soup and a Southern vegetable inspire the chefs in the entree round.
S51, EP7 "Cooking for Love"Eight single-and-ready-to-mingle chefs are set up with blind dates as their teammates for a quadruple date and culinary showdown; an aquatic aphrodisiac is a fun find in the appetizer basket; steak in the entree basket takes the date up a notch.
S51, EP6 "Casino Royale: Finale"Four winners return to compete for the jackpot and the title of grand champion! The chefs have a choice to gamble away an ingredient before each round, and the $25,000 jackpot will get higher or lower depending on the champs' good or bad fortune.
S51, EP5 "Casino Royale: Battle 4"In the fourth battle of the tournament, the chefs try their luck at replacing basket ingredients; a roll of the dice in the entree round leaves one chef with two proteins, and an interesting gamble keeps things exciting in the final round.
S51, EP4 "Casino Royale: Battle 3"In this third battle of the tournament, the chefs can gamble to get lucky or unlucky replacement ingredients; the appetizer basket reveals a notoriously challenging ingredient, and the final round chefs decide to take a chance by baking something.
S51, EP3 "Casino Royale: Battle 2"In the second battle of this special "Chopped" tournament, the chefs get to gamble for a chance to replace a basket ingredient, and the fish offal in the first basket is begging to be gambled away; more gambling in round three leads to serious drama.
S51, EP2 "Casino Royale: Battle 1"Chopped is always a gamble, but the Casino Royale tournament allows competitors to replace basket ingredients with a roll of the dice; in the first round, something slithery is in the basket, and a Vegas-themed item in round two isn't a big hit.
S51, EP1 "Pasta, Pasta, Pasta"Four chefs who are passionate about pasta are ready to show the judges what they've got; in round two, the chefs hurry to make spectacular pasta plates that must include succulent seafood and a strange sweet.
S50, EP8 "Shakes and Fries"Two diner favorites find a home in the ingredient baskets, and the chefs have to make the most of milkshakes and french fries; a city's signature dish is part of the challenge in round two, and a toaster treat meets a fun fry variation for dessert.
S50, EP7 "Playing With Fire: Finale"In this finale battle, four winners return with their sights set on taking the title of "Chopped" Grand Champion; the baskets contain ingredients reminiscent of the preliminary battle themes: wild game, steaks, surf and turf and pork.
S50, EP6 "Playing With Fire: Surf and Turf"Four talented chefs push themselves to the limit to modernize the old concept of surf and turf, hoping to impress the judges and win a spot in the $25,000 live-fire tournament finale.
S50, EP5 "Playing With Fire: High Stakes"Playing with fire is serious business in this high-steaks preliminary battle of Chopped's flame-filled tournament.
S50, EP4 "Playing With Fire: Hog Heaven"Four live-fire cooks are ready to claim the last remaining spot in the tournament's finale, and they get lucky with a promise of perfectly porky baskets; in the first round, one of nature's sweetest gifts may not be a treat to the competitors.
S50, EP3 "Playing With Fire: Wild Things"In this battle of the live-fire tournament, the competitors take a walk on the wild side with wild game in every basket.
S50, EP2 "Ballpark Baskets"The latest stadium fare is substantial and out-of-the-park sensational, so when four bold competitors get ballpark foods in every basket, the judges have high expectations.
S50, EP1 "Chef's Best Friend"In addition to competing with appetizers, entrees and desserts, dog-loving chefs make treats for a canine judge.
S49, EP15 "Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Finale"In the wild conclusion of Alton Brown's Maniacal Baskets tournament, Alton has a big announcement that's sure to get the chefs fired up; for the entree round, the chefs open the baskets to discover one of the items staring back at them.
S49, EP14 "Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Part 4"Alton Brown and his fans curate maniacal baskets for an epic tournament, including a fermented Japanese dish and a strange banana product in the entree basket; the two chefs who make it to the dessert round must work with a fluffy, porky surprise.
S49, EP13 "Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Part 3"Chefs get a big surprise ingredient with a challenging texture; in the entree round, some sticky beans and a peculiar salad are shockers; the final chefs attempt to make winning desserts from the wild ingredients in the third basket.
S49, EP12 "Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Part 2"The competitors brace for zany, brainy ingredients courtesy of Alton Brown, starting with a super stinky item in the appetizer basket; in the second round, a unique style of apple pie may have the competitors asking, why.
S49, EP11 "Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Part 1"Alton Brown is at it again; the chefs in his Maniacal Baskets tournament are seriously tripped up by a canned wonder in the appetizer round, and a shelf-stable surprise in the entree basket is unlikely to be a crowd pleaser.
S49, EP10 "Time Capsule: Future Foods!"The competing chefs have to cook with ingredients representative of foods we might be noshing on in the future, including insects in the first round.
S49, EP9 "Time Capsule: '90s Foods!"The chefs set out to make trendy 1990s foods yummy for a new millennium; the combination of ingredients in the first basket confuses the competitors, and missteps threaten to derail one competitor's plans in the dessert round.
S49, EP8 "Time Capsule: '60s Foods!"The competing chefs have to cook with foods that were popular in the 1960s; a certain soda and some sweet meat are part of the appetizer basket, but the clock seems to be the most difficult aspect of the challenge.
S49, EP7 "PB and J"The ingredient baskets in this battle are inspired by peanut butter and jelly; a sweet surprise in the second basket must find its way onto chicken entree plates.
S49, EP6 "Taco Brawl"In this taco competition, four chefs attempt to prove who deserves to win the prize money; a frantic first round leads to some missteps in the kitchen; the chefs find red snapper in the baskets so fish tacos are in order for the entree round.
S49, EP5 "Martha Rules: Grand Finale!"Martha Stewart pulls out all the stops to make the road to $50,000 extra challenging; in the appetizer round, the chefs wonder what's up when they find footwear in the ingredient basket.
S49, EP4 "Martha Rules: Mystery Competitor!"There's only one spot in the dessert round because a mysterious fifth chef is waiting in the wings to compete against whomever makes it that far.
S49, EP3 "Martha Rules: Blade and Switch!"Martha Stewart shocks the four competing chefs in the Martha Rules tournament when she reveals that she plans to make them switch stations and dishes at any time; the basket ingredients include everything from sea urchin to peanut brittle.
S49, EP2 "Martha Rules: Tick Tock!"Martha Stewart takes the reins for another gripping battle; Martha has some tricks up her sleeve regarding the timing of the rounds; Cornish hen entrees.
S49, EP1 "Martha Rules: Pantry Surprise!"In an outdoor kitchen in Kennebunkport, Maine, Martha Stewart is calling the shots and changing the rules; 16 chefs compete for the grand prize; Martha's first big surprise is related to the pantry.
S48, EP14 "Hangry Baskets: Late Night"In a boisterous battle, the chefs get baskets inspired by late-night cravings; the competitors must resist munching away at the fried snack in the first round; some wild ideas for the entree basket; a creamy comfort food dish.
S48, EP13 "Hangry Baskets: Hot & Hangry"Four chefs battle using super spicy hangry foods, including one of the hottest peppers on Earth for the first round; a hot Indian dish finds its way into the entree basket; in the dessert round, some classic spicy candy is part of the puzzle.
S48, EP12 "Hangry Baskets: Hungover"This battle is packed with must-have ingredients for a hangover; a greasy favorite and soupy carbs get the chefs' creative juices flowing in the first round; the final competitors must transform a tried-and-true hangover snack into a dessert.
S48, EP11 "Hangry Baskets: Dumped"Hangry baskets are back for a battle; foods for the broken hearted; in the first round, the chefs must incorporate wine and chocolate; a nostalgic treat keeps the competitors on their toes in round two.
S48, EP10 "Cooked With Care!"Four compassionate nurses bring their TLC to the kitchen; in the entree round, the nurses must nurture a juice made from a vegetable and a prize protein; a hospital snack in the dessert basket.
S48, EP9 "Meat Fight: Bison!"The first round sees the chefs going in distinct directions with their jelly bean and short rib appetizers; in the final round, the last two contenders take on bison for dessert with gusto.
S48, EP8 "Meat Fight: Beef!"Four chefs battle it out with bovine-centric ingredients. In the first round, more than one of the competitors decide to show off their raw talent by serving uncooked meat. Then, the chefs demonstrate their steak skills with the entree basket.
S48, EP7 "Meat Fight: Pork!"Four carnivores are ready to crush it, and the pork battle begins with a double helping of piggy goodness in the first basket; the entree basket includes some fancy mushrooms; the judges giddily approve of the meaty candy bar in the dessert basket.
S48, EP6 "Meat Fight: Goat!"Four chefs are amped up for a meat battle featuring goat; in an intense first round, the competitors aim to impress with their butchery and flavor artistry; the chefs then must work with an unfamiliar goat-milk product in the entree basket.
S48, EP5 "Grudge Match: $100,000 Finale!"It's judges vs. champions as two separate knockout rounds determine which judge and champ make it to the $100,000 title fight. The stakes are high as the competitors find an unusual seafood delicacy and a hot regional specialty in the first basket.
S48, EP4 "Grudge Match: Battle 4"Four champs who were previously defeated return to the kitchen, hungry for redemption; sardines are the main protein in the appetizer basket; a jiggly mustard-flavored surprise threatens to throw the chefs off their game in the second round.
S48, EP3 "Grudge Match: Battle 3"Chopped legends face off for a chance at the $100,000 finale; in round one, the chefs must incorporate a sweet breakfast item into an appetizer; a clever fusion food in the entree basket has the potential to bring crunch and flavor to the dishes.
S48, EP2 "Grudge Match: Battle 2"Four Chopped deities bring an intensity to the kitchen, with a strange fish dish and tiny exotic fruits; a pizza topped with something wild is the star ingredient in the entree basket, and a vegetable is disguised as a meat.
S48, EP1 "Grudge Match: Battle 1"A $100,000 grand prize is up for grabs in this tournament event featuring some of the most brilliant stars; one ambitious champion runs into problems in the first round, and something stinky in the entree basket has the competitors nervous.
S47, EP15 "Pickle Panic"The chefs are thrown off by the combination of beer-battered seafood and a bizarre bouquet of pickles in the first basket; the second basket fails the smell test with a stinky surprise inside.
S47, EP14 "Burgers and Bravado"The competing chefs are surprised by parsley cake in round two, and when the finalists focus their attention on a dessert basket that includes Cara Cara oranges and a curiously boozy condiment, the judges are impressed by the level of skill they see.
S47, EP13 "Comfort Food Feud: Finale"Four Comfort Food Feud champions return to a decked-out outdoor arena to battle for the $25,000 prize and the title of Chopped Grand Champion.
S47, EP12 "Comfort Food Feud: Pizza"The competition continues with a battle devoted to pizza; the competitors find spaghetti and meatballs in an unusual form in the entree basket, and the dessert round involves some spicy, salty and sugary ingredients.
S47, EP11 "Comfort Food Feud: Mac and Cheese"The chefs try to claim a spot in the Comfort Food Feud grand finale; the first round basket includes a cocktail, and the entree round sees the competitors working with a mac and cheese inspired brunch item.
S47, EP10 "Comfort Food Feud: Burgers"In a burger-themed battle, the chefs get a deep-fried surprise and a sloppy classic in round one; in the entree round, they must figure out what to do with a bizarre canned product.
S47, EP8 "Dressed for Success"The chefs open the first basket to find dressed beer and three other surprises; a weird fungus and a peculiar pizza pie are the shockers in the entrée round.
S47, EP7 "Fries and Thighs"The chefs get fries and thighs in every basket; in the appetizer basket, a delicate protein paired with a newfangled starch; bubble tea crashes the theme party in the second round.
S47, EP6 "Pancake Panic"The competing chefs get a ton of sugar in the first basket in the form of a breakfast classic with a twist; the chefs dig into a seven-layer dip.
S47, EP5 "Finer Diner Dining"Four chefs enter the kitchen for a diner-themed battle; three courses of elevated comfort food; guest judge Neil Patrick Harris; a breakfast-inspired final basket.
S47, EP4 "Want a Gnocchi Sandwich?"As the clock ticks down, the judges wonder whether all the dandelion green appetizers will be completed; the chefs get more than they bargained for with gnocchi in sandwich form.
S47, EP3 "Soup and Sandwich Savvy"The competing chefs are challenged to make a scrumptious soup-and-sandwich duo for every round; in the appetizer round, they set out to make dunkable, slurpable creations while utilizing an unusual egg in the basket.
S47, EP2 "Plumb Loco Moco"It's wild times in the kitchen as the chefs get loco with Loco Moco, a Hawaiian comfort food, in round one; the finalists are challenged to use a weird coffee and a crunchy cake in their desserts.
S47, EP1 "Pass the Popcorn Shoots"The competing chefs attack an appetizer basket that includes a classic Italian sauce and a simple sandwich; a popcorn product not available at movie theaters plays a starring role in round two.
S46, EP20 "Beat Bobby Flay: Finale Fight"The Beat Bobby Flay Tournament finale brings four winners back for a chance to defeat a Food Network legend and score $50,000; in round one, a pork product goes through a grinder, and a canned item in the second basket isn't what the chefs hoped for.
S46, EP19 "Sweet and Sour Notes"Four chefs embrace a sweet-and-sour theme and seek to harmonize opposite flavors on their plates; a furious first round has them racing to figure out what to do with a ready-to-serve soup and three other basket finds.
S46, EP18 "Beat Bobby Flay: Battle 4"In the first round, the chefs cook up appetizers using pizza bites and caviar; In the entree round,a magnificent comfort food creation and a basic veggie; dessert basket features a sugary cereal and a gelatinous stumper.
S46, EP17 "Booza Blues"The chefs attempt deviled ham spread in the first basket and sweet booza ice cream in the second.
S46, EP15 "Skilfish Coping Skills"The chefs open the appetizer basket to find a peculiar pate; in round two, the chefs work with a fish that they've never cooked before.
S46, EP14 "Beat Bobby Flay: Battle 2"Four "Chopped" champs compete for a spot in the tournament finale; in the preliminary battle, the first basket includes an anything-but-basic burger. The three chefs in round two have ambitious plans for their dishes.
S46, EP13 "Here to Persevere!"The chefs work to make appetizers from chewy candy and a canned sauce.
S46, EP12 "Beat Bobby Flay: Battle 1"Sixteen fearless champions are back to defeat chef Bobby Flay and win $50,000; strangely sweet sandwiches and beautiful seafood await the champs; unusual beef jerky product and a twist on hummus; special banana pudding; fancy bacon.
S46, EP11 "Raise Your Game"It's game day in the "Chopped" kitchen; after kickoff, the chefs get an appetizer basket loaded with foods to fuel hungry sports fans; the entree basket has a super strange shot glass and some winning wings.
S46, EP10 "Quail Without Fail"The chefs attempt to make quail entrees using Australian seasoning, and they use a jar of Mexican caramel in their desserts.
S46, EP9 "Cauliflower Power"Cauliflower is the veggie of the moment and the undisputed star of this battle; in the first round, the chefs must use the ubiquitous substitute in their dishes along with a funky Mexican delicacy.
S46, EP8 "Beasts and Bourbon"It's a match made in culinary heaven as four chefs must tame wild game meat in every round and use a different bourbon to accent and complement their dishes.
S46, EP7 "Jarring Jars"The competing chefs find unusual cupcakes and a curious jarred candy in the round two baskets; the final two chefs feast their eyes on a jar of pigs' lips in the dessert basket.
S46, EP6 "Time and Turmoil"Competitors race the clock to use a red spread and dried fish in the second round; the remaining chefs must combine a citrus food and an unusual seaweed snack in their desserts.
S46, EP5 "Terrine Cuisine"The chefs must hop to it and make rabbit terrine work with a less highfalutin, packaged product in their appetizers; combining cake mix and ramen; a weird ice cream and a curious condiment.
S46, EP4 "Soda Flop"Chefs set out to prove that fish heads are delicious in the appetizer round; a strange-flavored fizz threatens to throw off the chefs, and an equally odd taffy perplexes the remaining competitors in the dessert round.
S46, EP3 "Poke Power"A creative take on poke and some special seafood in round one; pork not found at the average grocery store; the competitors who make it all the way to the dessert round must work with a salty and sweet snack.
S46, EP1 "Lighten Up"Low-calorie chips and leafy greens inspire creativity in the first round and after opening the entree basket, the chefs are wondering if avocado-free guacamole is good or bad.
S45, EP13 "Beat the Judge: Maneet"Three bold, talented Chopped winners return with purpose to beat judge Maneet Chauhan; sugary cereal and oddball meatballs in round one; an edible centerpiece in the entree basket; the champ left standing gets the coveted chance to battle Maneet.
S45, EP12 "Beat the Judge: Marc"Three champions are on a mission to beat Chopped judge Marc Murphy and prove they're top-level contenders in the competitive cooking world; escargot in the first basket and a super spicy surprise in the entree basket.
S45, EP11 "Beat the Judge: Amanda"Three champions get back in the kitchen with their sights set on taking down Amanda Freitag; the champions know it will be a hard challenge when they open up the first basket and find chicken gizzards and fish heads.
S45, EP10 "Beat the Judge: Tiffani"A rare snack food is part of the puzzle in the appetizer round and in the entree round, the champs try not to let a mashup ingredient affect them.
S45, EP9 "Beat the Judge: Scott"Three winners with much to prove try to pull off an upset by taking down Chopped judge Scott Conant.
S45, EP8 "Beat the Judge: Alex"Returning winners vie for a chance to compete against Chopped judge Alex Guarnaschelli, but the competitors may have second thoughts after they see the jar of bright orange sauce in the appetizer basket.
S45, EP7 "Frying Times"The chefs learn that they will be required to fry something in every course; in the appetizer round, a brightly colored beverage and a stuffed pasta are part of the puzzle; a classic cookie and a wild sundae bring fun to an exciting dessert round.
S45, EP6 "Just Desserts: Celebrities"Counting down the top five celebrity dessert battles; memorable face-offs include professional athletes Greg Louganis and Brandi Chastain, reality warriors Travis Lofland and Amy Roloff, and jokesters Sinbad and Gillian Vigman.
S45, EP5 "Chock-full of Chocolate"A chocolate-covered seafood snack is a surprise in the appetizer container, with a tart fruit and a Japanese food staple in the entree basket.
S45, EP4 "Poutine Cuisine"A plate of poutine and a jar of bamboo challenge the chefs in the appetizer round, and in the dessert round, they must hurry and figure out how to utilize a colorful snack food.
S45, EP3 "A Pretty Pickle Pizza"Four chefs have to sort out what to do with the odd pie in the appetizer round; an egg-flavored snack in the second basket brings some novel ideas for the entree plates and there's hardly time to stop and smell the rose latte in a fast dessert round.
S45, EP2 "Eyes on the Prize"Mock meat and an odd green powder set the level of difficulty high in round one and an Italian-Japanese mashup ingredient in the entree round threatens to screw up the chefs' plans.
S45, EP1 "Give It a Nest!"If the tri-tip in the first basket doesn't trip them up, the edible bird's nest just might; Stinging nettles threaten to hurt the competitors' chances for success in round two, and the two finalists must make good use of a dairy delicacy.
S44, EP18 "Clambake Stakes"The chefs set out to make a summer feast after learning each challenge will have a clambake theme; in the first round, a cocktail and a gamey sausage help get the party started; the entree basket includes a strange starch and gifts from the sea.
S44, EP17 "$50,000 Champs Challenge: Grand Finale"Four repeat champions make their triumphant return to the Chopped kitchen to do it all over again for a shot at $50,000.
S44, EP16 "Tendon Loving Care"Tenderizing beef tendon and bringing joy to bok choy are two of the challenges in round one; a veggie and a prized protein are part of the culinary puzzle in the entree round; a famed French dessert meets a bubbly surprise in the dessert basket.
S44, EP15 "$50,000 Champs Challenge: Part 4"Passionate Chopped champions return for a shot at $50,000, and the competition kicks off with a colossal clam and a starchy comfort food in the first basket.
S44, EP14 "Smokin' Skills"The chefs face smoked-food challenges requiring them to make modern dishes with the ancient method; a sweet surprise and a buttery fish are two of the ingredients in the appetizer basket; the second basket features a lean meat and a spicy liqueur.
S44, EP13 "$50,000 Champs Challenge: Part 3"The fiercest Chopped champions are back to defend their titles in a whirlwind, no-holds-barred battle.
S44, EP12 "B.L.D.: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner!"The chefs are tasked with making a whole day's worth of amazing food when the cooking rounds are changed to breakfast, lunch and dinner.
S44, EP11 "$50,000 Champs Challenge: Part 2"It's a rough reunion in the kitchen when the returning champs find a diabolical set of ingredients in their first basket; a giant fish and a sweet space food get the chefs thinking creatively.
S44, EP10 "$50,000 Champs Challenge: Part 1"Champions return to the stoves.
S44, EP9 "Chopped U"Four college students with a passion for cooking take over the kitchen to prove who can make the grade; a humble pizza and common protein keep the appetizer basket relatable but present a challenging culinary puzzle.
S44, EP8 "Sweet and Salty Success"The chefs get a sweet and salty theme and are tasked with perfectly harmonizing the quintessential flavor pairing on their plates; the competitors must combine a Moroccan pie and a sugary take on bacon.
S44, EP7 "Dine on a Dime"A box of fish sticks is the big catch and the second round involves a lesson in putting the best foot forward when cooking with chicken feet.
S44, EP6 "New Year's Party"As the clock counts down on New Year's Eve, four chefs celebrate another trip around the sun; a bite of something decadent and a peppery sauce.
S44, EP5 "Holiday Sugar and Spice"Four champions return for a sweet competition with sugar and spice and not everything nice in the baskets; a candy cane with an unconventional flavor threatens the champions' plans for magnificent desserts.
S44, EP4 "Holiday Sweethearts"Four judges compete alongside their significant others in a festive, feisty battle between friends, as the teams endeavor to create appetizers quickly, they must figure out how to use novelty pasta and a splendid fruit in their plates.
S44, EP3 "Meat Fight"The four chefs must cut jumbo-sized ribs down to appetizer-appropriate portions; a premium steak and a second-rate grocery store meal meet in a puzzling entree basket, and creativity is on display in the dessert round.
S44, EP2 "Thanksgiving Heroes"Four amateur chefs arrive in the Chopped kitchen ready to give the judges an unforgettable Thanksgiving meal.
S44, EP1 "Thanksgiving Champions"Four series champions are hungry for more as they return for a special Thanksgiving competition; they must deal with a shocking poultry product in the appetizer round, and the three who make it to the entree round get a big, bright orange surprise.
S43, EP13 "No Meat? No Problem!"The competing chefs are challenged to make delicious dishes from plant-based mystery basket ingredients; a crispy green makes an appearance in Round 2; tomato cookies are more than meets the eye in the dessert round.
S43, EP12 "Sweets Showdown: Grand Finale!"In the thrilling culmination of a five-part tournament, four dessert dynamos return to the kitchen in pursuit of the $50,000 prize, but the ultimate sugar high and the prestigious title of Chopped Grand Champion can only go to one extraordinary chef.
S43, EP11 "Sweets Showdown: Ice Cream!"The $50,000 Sweets Showdown continues with a preliminary battle that shines the spotlight on ice cream.
S43, EP10 "Sweets Showdown: Cake!"With their eyes on the Sweets Showdown $50,000 prize, four top-tier dessert chefs strive to bake their way into the judges' hearts in this all-cakes preliminary battle.
S43, EP9 "Sweets Showdown: Doughnuts!"It's much ado about doughnuts in this exciting heat of the $50,000 Sweets Showdown.
S43, EP8 "Sweets Showdown: Chocolate!"Four chefs compete in a series of chocolate challenges; spicy booze and a book filled with bonbons; an oversize beverage meets a stinky cheese in the entree basket; the dessert basket features a can of something that could be cause for concern.
S43, EP7 "Horror Flick Halloween"In a Halloween-themed competition, the four chefs face ingredient baskets packed with a nod to horror movies, including a cringeworthy surprise in the appetizer basket and entree ingredients liver, fava beans and Chianti.
S43, EP6 "Weird, Wacky, and Wild!"The chefs face baskets filled with incredible ingredients, including a strange pig part in the appetizer basket, a fuzzy vegetable in the second basket, and an oddly named sweet treat in the dessert round.
S43, EP5 "Ooey, Gooey Cheese!"The chefs take on a melted cheese theme, including a decadent first basket, a fondue in the second basket and strange, colorful cheese snacks in the dessert basket.
S43, EP4 "Brady Bunch Bash"Three stars from "The Brady Bunch" serve as guest judges and share stories from their time as fictional siblings as the starstruck competitors use Hawaiian ingredients in a tribute to the Brady family's notorious vacation to the Aloha State.
S43, EP3 "A Very Brady Chopped"Three original cast members from "The Brady Bunch" take on the role of judges and in all three rounds, the baskets feature ingredients inspired by the groovy show, including pork chops and applesauce.
S42, EP13 "Epic Burgers!"The chefs battle it out to see who can build the most epic burger masterpieces; an old-school lunchbox favorite adds a bite of yummy, kitschy fun to the entree round, and a sweet challenge is in store for the two remaining chefs.
S42, EP12 "Beef Cake Mistakes"There's something peculiar about the huge, elaborate cake in the appetizer basket: it's made of beef; In the second round, a strange twist on a classic Italian dish tests the competitors' creativity.
S42, EP11 "Take the Cake"The chefs learn they must make appetizers that include ginger-like galangal and a trendy taco; miniature fruit and soft-shell crabs are two of the surprises; a pretty cake that reminds one judge of his childhood is in one basket.
S42, EP10 "Hot Dog Hotshots"The chefs gear up for an epic hot dog battle in a nonstop celebration of the phenomenal frankfurter and they discover a hot dog creation; a state fair treat with a twist awaits; an intriguing dessert basket contains the mysterious wieners in a quilt.
S42, EP9 "Grills On! Game On!"When the ovens and fryers are turned off, four chefs have no choice but to get their grill on; a rare meat hits the heat and a frozen food favorite might not thrill the chefs; The final two must contend with double-smoked bacon in the dessert basket.
S42, EP8 "Culinary Fireworks"Four chefs prepare for summertime dinners in America using a variety of sunny ingredients including patriotic deviled eggs and star-spangled spaghetti; the bounty of the second basket includes a cowboy's dream ingredient and some colorful kebobs.
S42, EP7 "Plum Fantastic"Chefs must make appetizers using a delicate herb and a playful take on potatoes; chefs get a strange Italian street food in the entree basket; judges hope the Dutch baby pancake and sour plums in the dessert basket will spark creativity.
S42, EP6 "Holy Bologna!"Four chefs are forced to get creative from the start when they find a kitschy, oddball cake and an unusual hybrid veggie in their appetizer baskets; an offal surprise and a fun fungus dish keep things interesting in Round 2; a key lime dessert.
S42, EP5 "Team Ice Cream"Four chefs set out to prove that ice cream can work well in two savory courses; a scoop sandwiched in the middle of an indulgent ingredient in the first basket; a unique ice cream flavor at the center of an unusual dish in the second basket.
S42, EP4 "Just Add Cheese!"Every basket is filled with cheesy ingredients, including an unusual take on a Philadelphia classic in the first round; the chefs must work with a crunchy cringe-worthy surprise in addition to a fancy Spanish cheese in the entree round.
S42, EP3 "Dill Dilemma"The first basket challenges the chefs to come up with a yummy solution to a dill pickle-flavored treat; a Midwestern casserole in the entree basket; a chef's injury puts their Gjetost cheese dessert in jeopardy.
S42, EP2 "Bacon, Burgers and Beer!"Bacon, Burger and beer.
S42, EP1 "Eat Your Veggies!"Martha Stewart joins the judging table for a competition with gorgeous garden goodies in every basket; greens and a sweet treat in the first round; squash is the meatiest find in the second basket; a puzzling dessert basket includes spinach.
S41, EP13 "Brunch Brilliance"A classic brunch combination turned ice cream flavor makes for a challenging first basket; a unique take on eggs keeps up the brunch theme in the entree round; two remaining chefs get to find out what goes into boozy cereal in the dessert round.
S41, EP12 "Belly of the Beast"Chefs dive into the first basket to discover tuna belly; a cocktail named after poultry and a boxed product greet chefs in the second round; chefs choose to add chocolate to their desserts.
S41, EP10 "Squab Goals"An ingredient basket containing squab kicks off an action-packed first round; chefs must break down a large fish and figure out what to do with a sweet beverage in the entree round; a variety of cookie mix may cause trouble in the dessert round.
S41, EP9 "You've Got Snail!"Four chefs find sea snails and candy in the first basket; a mishap in the entree round dramatically affects one chef's scallop dish; remaining competitors must work with something porky and something sticky in the dessert round.
S41, EP8 "Pasta Possibilities"Four chefs face a three-round culinary battle where pasta is found on every plate.
S41, EP7 "Dollar Dishes"Four chefs set out to make low-cost items taste like a million bucks in three dollar-dish challenges; the appetizer round has a box of frozen finger foods; the entree round has a chef's biggest fear; the dessert basket contains leftover wine.
S41, EP6 "Pizza Poetry"When four pizza pros bring their considerable talent and competitive drive to the "Chopped" kitchen, the judges are in for a pizza party to remember with a piece of pork in round one, a regional dough in round two and dessert pizza in the finals.
S41, EP5 "Gefilte Dish"The chefs get some surprises in the ingredient baskets like a gefilte fish with something sweet and salty, pork in the entree round and strange ingredients to work with for dessert.
S41, EP4 "Meat Your Match"Four female butchers battle it out for a shot at $10,000; in round one, the butchers must break down a large piece of beef; fresh chickpeas prove time consuming; in the third round, they show off their butcher skills on a savory ingredient.
S41, EP3 "Beer and Brats"The chefs take part in a Bavarian bash, starting with an appetizer basket that contains potato chips; the entree basket contains pie and beer; the dessert basket contains beer and brats.
S41, EP2 "Chicken Challenge"The competitors must stay steady and focused as they take on three chicken-themed rounds in this special competition; the chicken in the first basket looks strikingly strange.
S41, EP1 "Wonton Wonder"Four chefs have to get creative with wonton wrappers after finding lowbrow eclairs in the first basket; a can full of cheesy comfort food and a lean bird are on the entree agenda.
S40, EP9 "Nourish and Flourish"The chefs get foods that heal in the ingredient baskets and have to make dishes that are both yummy and healthy.
S40, EP7 "Rocky Mountain Masters"Chefs are surprised by a bold delicacy that is seafood in name only and must turn Rocky Mountain oysters into a tasty appetizer; a soda shop treat is a sweet hurdle for the entree-round competitors; the finalists find a jackfruit in the dessert box.
S38, EP4 "Lamb Slam"Judge Martha Stewart tastes a corn dog for the very first time; the competitors work with lamb and pie; in the final round, an unusual coffee drink and a special citrus ingredient prompt the chefs to bring some distinct flavors to the plate.
S36, EP13 "Million-Dollar Meals"Four competitors learn they will be treated to high-end, top-dollar ingredients and will be cooking for new judge Martha Stewart; an unusual chocolate treat and a special cake up the wow factor in the dessert round.
S18, EP1 "No Pain, No Shame"The chefs need a tool to bust apart a challenging ingredient; a trendy pastry meets a North African stew in the second basket; rosemary and ginger in the dessert round.
S1, EP13 "Strawberries, Turkey and Gummi Bears"Strawberries, turkey and gummi bears are revealed in the baskets.
S1, EP12 "Chocolate, Mussels and Figs"The chefs find bittersweet chocolate, mussels and figs in their baskets.
S1, EP11 "Jumbo Shrimp; Pepperoni; Cereal"The chefs combine apples with shrimp and peanut butter in their appetizers; cereal dessert.
S1, EP10 "String Cheese; Jicama; Gingersnaps"Using string cheese in the appetizer; jicama as an ingredient in the entree; gingersnaps in the dessert.
S1, EP9 "Mac & Cheese; Cola; Bacon"Mac & Cheese, cola and bacon present new challenges.
S1, EP8 "Coconut; Calamari; Donuts"Chefs are nervous serving dishes with coconut, calamari and donuts as ingredients.
S1, EP7 "Quail; Arctic Char; Beer"Quail appetizers; arctic char entrees; beer in the mystery basket.
S1, EP6 "Canned Peaches; Rice Cakes; Beets"The chefs struggle to find a fresh approach with canned peaches in the appetizer round; fruit punch and rice cakes complicate the entree round.
S1, EP5 "Yucca; Watermelon; Tortillas"Grace tries to impress the judges using yucca, watermelon and tortillas.
S1, EP4 "Banana; Collard Greens; Grits"Making dishes from bananas, collard greens and grits.
S1, EP3 "Avocado; Tahini; Bran Flakes"Contestants showcase their skills using avocado, cantaloupe, pecans, bran flakes and brioche bread.
S1, EP2 "Tofu, Blueberries, Oysters"Chefs work with tofu in round one; surf & turf basket.
S1, EP1 "Octopus, Duck, Animal Crackers"Chefs try to impress the judges with their creativity when surprise ingredients are unveiled in the mystery baskets.
Four chefs call on their culinary skills as they face off against one another to prepare a spectacular three-course meal consisting of an appetizer, entree and dessert. The catch? In each round, they have to use all the ingredients the show provides them, however unlikely they might be (Gummi Bears, anyone?). At the end of each course, a panel of three guest judges "chops" one chef who fails to measure up in terms of taste, presentation and creativity. The last chef standing takes home bragging rights and a cool $10,000. Ted Allen hosts.
Original Air Date: Jan 13, 2009
Genres: Home/CookingRealityTV Series
Rating: TVG
Playback: HD
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