Chopped
Four contestants must rely on their culinary creativity to prepare three recipes with a set of random ingredients provided at the last minute; those who fail to impress end up on the chopping block.
Hot and Hangry
S63 E1
The Chopped kitchen is buzzing as four social media influencers take to the stoves; a change of plans in the appetizer round forces some chefs to redirect, and a sea bass fiasco in the entrée round threatens to derail one competitor's dish.
A Quail Tale
S63 E2
Four new chefs are thrown into the mix as they try to transform a hearty sandwich into a dainty appetizer; in the second round, the competitors must make creative, beautiful entrees with weird soda and quail.
Superhero Chefs!
S63 E3
Four superhero chefs race to make mussels dishes in the appetizer round; the competitors' personalities and culinary points of view have a chance to shine in their skirt steak entrée plates.
Gnocchi Dokey
S63 E4
Four chefs take on a cooking experience and aim to prove that they can roll with whatever they find in the appetizer basket, including gnocchi in a bread bowl; the competitors find bogus pork and rabbit meat in the entrée basket.
Elk or Else!
S63 E5
Four new chefs battle to see if they have the chops to win and one competitor makes a risky choice in the first round; in the second round, the chefs are challenged to make elk entrees in 30 minutes.
No Kid Hungry
S63 E6
In this special competition, chefs with a deep understanding of food insecurity make meals with kids in mind; the breakfast, lunch and dinner baskets are packed with family-friendly flavors to prompt nutritious and satisfying culinary creations.
Dough the Right Thing
S63 E7
With no major tricks in the first basket, the chefs are left to create their own problems, as they attempt to piece together scrumptious meat and potato appetizers. In the entrée round, delicious duck dishes are a tall order in just 30 minutes.
Hawaiian Paradise
S63 E10
America's 50th state knows how to cook up a good time and the fryer is a hot commodity in the appetizer round, creating dilemmas for the chefs who didn't get there first; fish and seaweed in the entrée basket keep the island vibes going strong.
Hungry for Love: Dating
S62 E1
Pairs who are dating take over the stoves in a preliminary battle of a tournament featuring couples in different stages of their romantic journeys; can these relationships withstand the heat of intense culinary competition?
Hungry for Love: Married
S62 E2
Married pairs attempt to rock the baskets as teams in order to move on to the $50,000 tournament finale; a fancy item in the appetizer round requires careful handling; a personalized ingredient in the entrée basket brings a smile.
Hungry for Love: Blind Date
S62 E4
Four pairs of singles are set up on blind dates and challenged to work as teams; when missteps in the first round cause problems, will the couples panic or power through? the winning team will advance to the tournament finale for a chance to win!
Hungry for Love: Finale
S62 E5
The winning pairs from the preliminary battles fight it out in the finale to win $50,000! tension is high as the teams race around in the appetizer round to make memorable lamb dishes.
Snail Caviar Dreams
S62 E6
Four chefs focus on making outstanding dishes from a crazy mix of ingredients in the appetizer basket, including escargot pearls; a super-sized item in the entrée basket provides a needed crunch, and a creepy dessert ingredient is a scary sight.
Carnivore Converter
S62 E7
Competitors race to turn mystery ingredients into three-course meals; the competition is all about skill, speed and ingenuity.
Sushi Showdown
S62 E8
Four skilled sushi chefs compete to create appetizers with precision and potato chips; the chefs in the entrée round get creative with a prized fish and some candy, while choices in the dessert round impress the judges.
Night Market Madness
S62 E9
Four chefs celebrate international night markets and the culinary creativity they inspire; Duck challenges the chefs to make good decisions, while some alarming kabobs in the final basket guarantee interesting desserts.
Raclette Racket
S62 E10
Four brave chefs take on a cheese that won't melt and a clock that won't stop in the appetizer round; the chefs step it up in the entrée round with camel tenderloin before tackling a layered sweet and a tart berry in the dessert round.
Name Your Price: Battle One!
S61 E1
Four chefs bid in an auction before each round to determine their fourth ingredient, resulting in an unpredictable competition.
Name Your Price: Battle Two!
S61 E2
The chefs must bid on their fourth ingredients in an auction; in the entrée round, a bidding war breaks out over a premium item.
Name Your Price: Battle Three!
S61 E3
The chefs get only three items in each basket and must bid in a live auction for a fourth ingredient; the entrée round auction includes an unusual protein that gets big bids from more than one chef.
Name Your Price: Battle Four!
S61 E4
Four competitors are given baskets with just three items; a live auction determines what each chef scores as their fourth ingredient; one chef raises expectations by spending a lot of money to secure a favorite ingredient for his appetizer dish.
Thai Takedown!
S61 E6
Four chefs cook Thai-inspired meals, starting with chicken feet in the first basket; a colorful entrée basket includes some pretty purple dumplings; in the dessert round, a competitor must juggle two simultaneous snafus.
Bacon Me Crazy
S61 E7
Four carnivorous chefs take on a bold breakfast sandwich and Berkshire bacon in the appetizer basket; the final two chefs are not concerned about how to include bacon in their desserts, but the cruel clock gives them plenty to worry about.
Soul Food Showdown
S61 E8
Tasting the love in every bite is a given when four chefs battle to cook the best soul food meal. In the appetizer round, a classic mismatched pair is a nice surprise, and the competitors find something crunchy and something cheesy in the entrée basket.
Mizuna Matata
S61 E9
Four chefs are eager to impress as they race to make appetizers with mizuna and a weird pizza, but first round jitters are a real problem; a deep-fried oddity is part of the challenge for the competitors in the second round.
Sooner or Gator
S61 E10
The chefs rush to come up with smart ways to utilize the alligator in the first basket, but they soon learn their gator plans might be difficult to execute; in the dessert round, an ice cream machine fiasco spells trouble for one of the competitors.
Midnight Snack Attack
S61 E11
This battle is all about indulging wholeheartedly in late-night cravings; in the first round, tacos and ramen in the basket force the chefs to make fusion plates; the entrée basket includes a very hot pepper and a beloved potato product.
Out for Pork Blood
S61 E12
Peaches and pancetta in the appetizer basket make for a creative first round; an unusual pork product in the entrée basket is a little bit gory; the chefs are challenged to figure out the best way to make it shine on the plate.
Emu Emergency
S61 E13
In round one, the chefs figure out if anyone has a clue what to do with emu. The competitors find a savory cake in the entrée basket. A really weird soda and an ice cream machine battle make for an enthralling dessert round.
Legends: Scott Conant
S60 E1
Four champions return to the kitchen via personal invitation from judge Scott Conant; a notorious vegetable is a true test in the appetizer basket; in the second round, one chef hits a major hurdle when an ingredient falls to the floor.
Legends: Chris Santos
S60 E2
Four returning chefs are put to the test by legendary judge Chris Santos for a chance to compete in the tournament finale with Chris as their sous chef; a beautiful ode to bacon is one of the ingredients in the appetizer basket designed by Chris.
Legends: Alex Guarnaschelli
S60 E3
Four champions return to the kitchen as favorites of judge Alex Guarnaschelli; in the first round, a French pastry and a flavored fish are two pieces of the culinary puzzle that Alex has devised for her special group of competitors.
Legends: Grand Finale
S60 E5
The best of the best face off to see who can emerge victorious in the tournament finale fight to win $25,000 in cash, $25,000 for charity and legendary status.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
S60 E6
Four chefs bring traditions and pride into play as they celebrate their Hispanic culinary cultures; a sweet surprise and a fungus delicacy make for an interesting appetizer pair; the chefs honor their families' homelands with great fish entrées.
Fermented Rice Rice Baby
S60 E7
Four feisty chefs showcase their unique personalities on the plate, but a timeconsuming flex threatens one competitor's chances of finishing the first round; the judges get excited over pork and kohlrabi entrees and a fermented dessert ingredient.
Big Fat Greek Kitchen
S60 E8
Four chefs work with Mediterranean classics to honor their Greek culinary heritage; they feast their eyes on a special cookie which appears to be staring back, get a leg up with their lamb entrées and are inspired by nostalgic favorites for dessert.
Zhoug-topia
S60 E9
Competitors race to turn mystery ingredients into three-course meals; its all about skill, speed and ingenuity and only one chef will impress the judges enough to survive the chopping block.
Battle Italiano: Emilia-Romagna
S59 E1
Four chefs get to the heart of Italian cuisine with ingredients from the robust Emilia-Romagna region; a surprise challenges the chefs in the appetizer round, while the entrée round ends with very different takes on a veal and mushroom dish.
Battle Italiano: Veneto
S59 E2
The chefs showcase what they know about making amazing Venetian dishes; a strikingly strange ingredient in the first basket threatens to throw them off their game, while using polenta to best effect in a half-hour entree round is a tremendous task.
Battle Italiano: Puglia
S59 E3
Italy's olive oil capital inspires four chefs as they create coastal cuisine from Puglia; in the appetizer round, a chef's mistake causes a big stink in the kitchen, and a cactus creates a prickly situation in the dessert round.
Battle Italiano: Tuscany
S59 E4
Four chefs focus on the fresh and humble food of Tuscany; for the appetizer, they must make good choices while dealing with a super-lean meat, and they face issues of confidence and competence to make it to the finale.
Battle Italiano: Finale
S59 E5
Four winning chefs return for the Battle Italiano finale, where they'll represent their regions; emotions run high in a dramatic entrée round, and unfamiliar ingredients in the dessert basket keep the finalists on their toes.
Gimme Guilty Pleasures
S59 E6
The chefs go overboard while making gluttonous food; they compete for time with the fryer in the appetizer round, struggle to pair ingredients with their steak entrées and pull out the stops with gummy cinnamon roll desserts.
Tickled Pink Pineapple
S59 E8
Four chefs find a surprise in the appetizer basket and get a bit overzealous pounding pork for their entrée; the final two competitors are tickled pink by the discovery of pink pineapple in their dessert baskets.
Southwestern Strength
S59 E9
Four competitors take the reins as a cactus product and casserole stand out in the appetizer basket; a spicy surprise brings the heat in the entrée round; a special flour for dessert could prove to be inspiring or intimidating.
Avocado Bravado
S59 E10
Four chefs have the green light to go wild for avocados; the chefs struggle to figuring out how to work with a secret meat in the entrée basket and must kick their creativity into high gear to make avocado work well in their superfood desserts.
Crustacean Craze
S59 E11
Shell-shocked, the chefs crush open crustaceans in every round to make sensational seafood meals; big ambitions in a tight time frame might mean trouble for one chef, and the judges wonder if a risky plan in the dessert round will pan out.
Heart and Sole
S59 E12
The competitors create appetizers that include a central Asian bread and a sweet and sour treat, make a packaged product sing with sole in the entrée round and take on a dessert round featuring an Indian snack and a plethora of pastries.
Celtuce Setbacks
S59 E13
The chefs are eager to put their own mark on things by grabbing extra items for their appetizers; their pantry picks may not be smart choices; figuring out what to do with a leafy vegetable sucks up most of their time in the entrée round.
Basket Antics
S59 E14
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.
Death is Not an Option
S59 E15
Four brave chefs prioritize flavor over fear as they take on outrageously daring ingredients to make killer dishes for the judges; the chefs prove they have the chops to make a swamp-loving chomper tasty and try not be be stung by a shocking sweet.
Spin It to Win It: Battle 1
S58 E1
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.
Spin It to Win It: Battle 3
S58 E3
This competition is all about skill, speed and ingenuity, and only one chef will impress the judges enough to survive the chopping block.
Spin It to Win It: Battle 4
S58 E4
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.
Spin It to Win It: Final Battle!
S58 E5
Competitors race to turn mystery ingredients into extraordinary three-course meals.
A Taste of China
S58 E6
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.
As Duck Would Have It
S58 E7
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.
Truffle Kerfuffle
S58 E8
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.
Breakfast Baskets!
S58 E9
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.
Squidding Around
S58 E10
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.
Trash Into Treasure
S58 E11
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..
Abalone Absurdities
S58 E12
The chefs are shocked when abalone appears in their appetizer baskets; a fusion soup and a colorful veggie are in the entrée basket, and an unwelcome egg is in the dessert basket.
Easy Breezy, Mac and Cheesy
S58 E13
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.
Julia Child's Kitchen: Part 1
S57 E1
Competitors race to turn mystery ingredients into extraordinary three-course meals.
Julia Child's Kitchen: Part 2
S57 E2
Four chefs arrive to celebrate the major impact that Julia Child made on the culinary world.
Julia Child's Kitchen: Part 3
S57 E3
Four chefs embrace their inner culinary idol to honor Julia Child's legacy and impress guest judge Isabella Rossellini.
Julia Child's Kitchen: Part 4
S57 E4
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.
Julia Child's Kitchen: Finale
S57 E5
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!
Grand Champs' Holiday Hurrah
S57 E6
Four Grand Champions are headed home to the Chopped kitchen for the holidays; the chefs are challenged with some extremely tough baskets, beginning with a kooky candy cane in the appetizer round.
Uni Versed?
S57 E7
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.
Neck and Neck
S57 E8
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; the competitors stick their necks out trying to make creative dishes out of ostrich neck and curry ketchup.
Don't Lose Heart
S57 E9
Four "Chopped" newbies must figure out what to do with an alligator heart in the appetizer basket; the entrée basket serves up a bird and birthday treat surprise before an oversized ice cream product has the competitors thinking big for dessert.
Make No Misteak
S57 E10
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; in the final round, the chefs must figure out how to make a hybrid comfort food go with a savory frozen item.
Claws Out!
S57 E12
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.
All-American Showdown: West
S56 E1
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.
All-American Showdown: North
S56 E2
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.
All-American Showdown: South
S56 E3
Four Southern chefs find some hearty comfort foods to inspire them to lean into their culinary roots.
All-American Showdown: East
S56 E4
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.
All-American Showdown: Finale
S56 E5
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.
Burger: Impossible
S56 E7
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.
Gummy-Side Up
S56 E8
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.
Beef Knuckle Down
S56 E9
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.
Mouth of the South
S56 E10
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.
Halloween Spooktacular
S56 E11
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.
Friendsgiving
S56 E12
Four teams of best buddies compete to make a Thanksgiving feast. Mayhem ensues with eight chefs in the kitchen in the first round, as everyone tries to make the most of an iffy canned product. A weird hot dog is part of the entrée round puzzle.
Military Salute: Air Force
S55 E2
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.
Military Salute: Marines
S55 E3
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.
Military Salute: Army
S55 E4
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.
Military Salute: Finale
S55 E5
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.
Get Your Geoducks in a Row
S55 E6
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.
FAN-atics
S55 E7
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.
Home on the Range
S55 E8
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.
Too Yacht to Handle
S55 E9
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.
Meat and Taters!
S55 E10
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.
Noodle-palooza
S54 E1
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.
Casino Royale XL: Battle One
S54 E2
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.
Casino Royale XL: Battle Two
S54 E3
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.
Casino Royale XL: Battle Three
S54 E4
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.
Casino Royale XL: Battle Four
S54 E5
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.
Pig Candy
S54 E7
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.
Blind Date Night
S54 E8
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.
Good Ole Creole Cookin'
S54 E9
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.
Gluten for Punishment
S54 E10
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.
Flamin' Hot
S54 E11
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.
A Bunch of Abalone!
S54 E12
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.
Uncommon Ramen
S54 E13
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.
Wanna Pizza Me?
S54 E14
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.
Fry of the Beholder
S54 E15
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.
Fiesta Mexicana
S54 E16
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.
Ribeye on the Prize
S54 E17
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.
Grilling on the Edge
S53 E1
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.
Tiny But Mighty
S53 E2
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.
More Cheese, Please!
S53 E3
The chefs find cheese in every basket and have to make it the star of every plate.
Social Showdown
S53 E4
The appetizer round proves tough for one competitor who runs into trouble with the mussels in the basket.
Buzzworthy Bizarre Baskets
S53 E6
The baskets are loaded up with ingredients that have the chefs shaking their heads in disbelief.
Gargantuan Surprises
S53 E7
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.
Grandmas' Grand Holiday
S53 E8
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.
Pickled Tricks
S52 E2
Four chefs show off their pickling talent; pickle ice cream and pickled flower blossoms.
Taco Throwdown
S52 E4
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.
Sexy Feast
S52 E5
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.
Pride and Pea Tendrils
S52 E6
An orange powder provides inspiration in the first round, and a savory cake for the entree round.
Chuck Wagon Cook-Off
S52 E7
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.
Desperately Seeking Sous Chef: Battle 1
S52 E8
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.
Desperately Seeking Sous Chef: Battle 2
S52 E9
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.
Desperately Seeking Sous Chef: Battle 3
S52 E10
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.
Desperately Seeking Sous Chef: Battle 4
S52 E11
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.
Desperately Seeking Sous-Chef: Finale
S52 E12
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.
Pasta, Pasta, Pasta
S51 E1
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.
Casino Royale: Battle 2
S51 E3
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.
Casino Royale: Battle 3
S51 E4
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.
Casino Royale: Battle 4
S51 E5
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.
Casino Royale: Finale
S51 E6
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.
Cooking for Love
S51 E7
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.
Black History Month Celebration
S51 E8
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.
Chocolate Frenzy
S51 E9
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.
Greater Gator
S51 E10
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.
Meal of Fortune
S51 E11
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.
Takeout Takedown
S51 E12
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.
Deep-Fried Deliciousness
S51 E13
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.
In the Fans' Hands
S51 E14
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.
Epic BLT Battle
S51 E15
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.
Chef's Best Friend
S50 E1
In addition to competing with appetizers, entrees and desserts, dog-loving chefs make treats for a canine judge.
Ballpark Baskets
S50 E2
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.
Playing With Fire: Wild Things
S50 E3
In this battle of the live-fire tournament, the competitors take a walk on the wild side with wild game in every basket.
Playing With Fire: Hog Heaven
S50 E4
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.
Playing With Fire: High Stakes
S50 E5
Playing with fire is serious business in this high-steaks preliminary battle of Chopped's flame-filled tournament.
Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Part 1
S50 E7
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.
Shakes and Fries
S50 E8
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.
No Meat? No Problem!
S50 E15
Four chefs make vegetarian dishes from plant-based basket ingredients.
Martha Rules: Pantry Surprise!
S49 E1
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.
Martha Rules: Tick Tock!
S49 E2
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.
Martha Rules: Blade and Switch!
S49 E3
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.
Martha Rules: Mystery Competitor!
S49 E4
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.
Martha Rules: Grand Finale!
S49 E5
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.
Taco Brawl
S49 E6
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.
PB and J
S49 E7
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.
Time Capsule: '60s Foods!
S49 E8
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.
Time Capsule: '90s Foods!
S49 E9
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.
Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Part 2
S49 E12
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.
Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Part 3
S49 E13
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.
Alton's Maniacal Baskets: Finale
S49 E15
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.
Grudge Match: Battle 1
S48 E1
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.
Grudge Match: Battle 2
S48 E2
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.
Grudge Match: Battle 4
S48 E4
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.
Grudge Match: $100,000 Finale!
S48 E5
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.
Meat Fight: Goat!
S48 E6
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.
Meat Fight: Pork!
S48 E7
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.
Meat Fight: Bison!
S48 E9
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.
Cooked With Care!
S48 E10
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.
Hangry Baskets: Dumped
S48 E11
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.
Hangry Baskets: Hungover
S48 E12
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.
Hangry Baskets: Hot & Hangry
S48 E13
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.
Hangry Baskets: Late Night
S48 E14
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.
Pass the Popcorn Shoots
S47 E1
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.
Plumb Loco Moco
S47 E2
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.
Want a Gnocchi Sandwich?
S47 E4
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.
Finer Diner Dining
S47 E5
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.
Pancake Panic
S47 E6
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.
Fries and Thighs
S47 E7
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.
Dressed for Success
S47 E8
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.
Comfort Food Feud: Bacon
S47 E9
Four competitors aim for bacon perfection as they attempt to advance to the grand finale of the Comfort Food Feud; the appetizer basket includes a Japanese condiment and a bacon-y bar food, and biscuit dough is part of the puzzle in the entree round.
Comfort Food Feud: Burgers
S47 E10
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.
Comfort Food Feud: Mac and Cheese
S47 E11
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.
Comfort Food Feud: Pizza
S47 E12
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.
Comfort Food Feud: Finale
S47 E13
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.
Pickle Panic
S47 E15
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.
Lighten Up
S46 E1
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.
High on the Hog
S46 E2
Nose-to-tail cannot fail; competing chefs get a pork theme; gorgeous cuts of premium meat; a Bloody Mary with a special surprise; something fizzy and something offal-ly difficult to incorporate in a dessert.
Poke Power
S46 E3
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.
Soda Flop
S46 E4
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.
Terrine Cuisine
S46 E5
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.
Time and Turmoil
S46 E6
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.
Beasts and Bourbon
S46 E8
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.
Cauliflower Power
S46 E9
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.
Quail Without Fail
S46 E10
The chefs attempt to make quail entrees using Australian seasoning, and they use a jar of Mexican caramel in their desserts.
Raise Your Game
S46 E11
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.
Beat Bobby Flay: Battle 1
S46 E12
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.
Here to Persevere!
S46 E13
The chefs work to make appetizers from chewy candy and a canned sauce.
Beat Bobby Flay: Battle 2
S46 E14
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.
Skilfish Coping Skills
S46 E15
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.
Beat Bobby Flay: Battle 3
S46 E16
Four returning champions try to impress Bobby Flay; in the first round, an oven mishap leads to an alarming situation; an American classic in frozen form threatens to stump the chefs; two remaining champs must make big plans for a candy-themed tart.
Booza Blues
S46 E17
The chefs attempt deviled ham spread in the first basket and sweet booza ice cream in the second.
Beat Bobby Flay: Battle 4
S46 E18
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.
Sweet and Sour Notes
S46 E19
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.
Beat Bobby Flay: Finale Fight
S46 E20
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.
Eyes on the Prize
S45 E2
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.
A Pretty Pickle Pizza
S45 E3
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.
Poutine Cuisine
S45 E4
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.
Chock-Full of Chocolate
S45 E5
Four pastry chefs step into the Chopped kitchen to show off their chocolate skills. A chocolate-covered seafood snack is a sneaky surprise in the appetizer basket, and a tart fruit and a Japanese food staple find their way into the entree basket.
Just Desserts: Celebrities
S45 E6
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.
Frying Times
S45 E7
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.
Beat the Judge: Alex
S45 E8
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.
Beat the Judge: Scott
S45 E9
Three winners with much to prove try to pull off an upset by taking down Chopped judge Scott Conant.
Beat the Judge: Tiffani
S45 E10
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.
Beat the Judge: Amanda
S45 E11
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.
Beat the Judge: Marc
S45 E12
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.
Beat the Judge: Maneet
S45 E13
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.
Chopped Judges' Home Challenge
S45 E101
While at home, the Chopped judges try to beat the clock as they tackle ingredient baskets created by their families.
Thanksgiving Champions
S44 E1
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.
Thanksgiving Heroes
S44 E2
Four amateur chefs arrive in the Chopped kitchen ready to give the judges an unforgettable Thanksgiving meal.
Battle of the Meats
S44 E3
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.
Holiday Sweethearts
S44 E4
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.
Holiday Sugar and Spice
S44 E5
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.
New Year's Party
S44 E6
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.
Dine on a Dime
S44 E7
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.
Sweet and Salty Success
S44 E8
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.
Chopped U
S44 E9
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.
$50,000 Champs Challenge: Part 1
S44 E10
Champions return to the stoves.
$50,000 Champs Challenge: Part 2
S44 E11
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.
B.L.D.: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner!
S44 E12
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.
$50,000 Champs Challenge: Part 3
S44 E13
The fiercest Chopped champions are back to defend their titles in a whirlwind, no-holds-barred battle.
Smokin' Skills
S44 E14
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.
$50,000 Champs Challenge: Part 4
S44 E15
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.
$50,000 Champs Challenge: Grand Finale
S44 E17
Four repeat champions make their triumphant return to the Chopped kitchen to do it all over again for a shot at $50,000.
Clambake Stakes
S44 E18
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.
So Sumac Me!
S43 E1
Will sumac plus a super salty curve ball in the second basket leave the chefs wondering what to make; And eggs, fruit and sugar in the dessert basket should be relatively easy to work with.
Ooey, Gooey Cheese!
S43 E5
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.
Weird, Wacky, and Wild!
S43 E6
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.
Horror Flick Halloween
S43 E7
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.
Sweets Showdown: Chocolate!
S43 E8
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.
Sweets Showdown: Doughnuts!
S43 E9
It's much ado about doughnuts in this exciting heat of the $50,000 Sweets Showdown.
Sweets Showdown: Ice Cream!
S43 E11
The $50,000 Sweets Showdown continues with a preliminary battle that shines the spotlight on ice cream.
Sweets Showdown: Grand Finale!
S43 E12
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.
Dill Dilemma
S42 E3
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.
Team Ice Cream
S42 E5
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.
Holy Bologna!
S42 E6
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.
Plum Fantastic
S42 E7
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.
Grilled: Grills On! Game On!
S42 E9
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 in round one and a frozen food favorite in the second basket might not thrill the competitors.
Hot Dog Hotshots
S42 E10
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.
Take the Cake
S42 E11
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.
Beef Cake Mistakes
S42 E12
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.
Epic Burgers!
S42 E13
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.
Wonton Wonder
S41 E1
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.
Chicken Challenge
S41 E2
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.
Beer and Brats
S41 E3
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.
Meat Your Match
S41 E4
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.
Pizza Poetry
S41 E6
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.
Eat Your Veggies!
S41 E7
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.
Pasta Possibilities
S41 E8
Four chefs face a three-round culinary battle where pasta is found on every plate.
You've Got Snail!
S41 E9
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.
Viewers Rule
S41 E11
The chefs gear up for difficult baskets when they find out that viewers have selected all their ingredients; a texturally challenging dessert meets a canned meat product; a weird egg from the Philippines; a fishy ice cream.
Belly of the Beast
S41 E12
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.
Brunch Brilliance
S41 E13
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.
Thanksgiving Pie, Oh My!
S40 E2
The chefs learn that their Thanksgiving-themed rounds will be sides, turkey and pie; the competitors make side dishes; the chefs attempt to put a creative spin on their turkey plates; the promise of pies and tawny port makes for a festive pie round.
Tea Eggs and Sympathy
S40 E3
The appetizer round has the chefs wondering what exactly a Chinese tea egg is; pizza in a strange format and an uncommonly eaten piece of pork appear in the entree basket; a big, stinky fruit is the talk of the dessert round.
Holly Jolly Grandmas
S40 E4
Four grandmas bring their cooking styles to the kitchen and give the judges a holiday dining experience to remember; unusual candy canes in the appetizer round; a gilded surprise in the second basket; holiday cookies in the dessert round.
Ultimate Redemption
S40 E5
Four chefs who didn't make it in high-stakes tournaments return in search of redemption; goat chop appetizers in the first round; breakfast cereal in the entree basket; a cookie behemoth and a strange soda in the dessert basket.
Breakfast Battle
S40 E6
The chefs get breakfast foods in every basket; a series of mishaps plagues one of the competitors in the second round; in the dessert round, French toast and Chinese porridge must find a place in the remaining chefs' final dishes.
Rocky Mountain Masters
S40 E7
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.
Bar Fight
S40 E8
Four bartenders who love to cook compete in this special competition to prove that barkeeps know how to keep the flavors coming.
Nourish and Flourish
S40 E9
The chefs get foods that heal in the ingredient baskets and have to make dishes that are both yummy and healthy.
Deadly Catch
S40 E10
The chefs face an adrenaline-packed competition filled with daunting seafood ingredients.
It's a Sibling Thing
S40 E11
Talented kid cooks compete with their brothers and sisters in an impressive show of cooperation in the Chopped Kitchen.
Game On!
S40 E12
The chefs must cook a game day feast and set out to tackle the challenge with gusto; in the first basket, they find a whimsical dish that looks like nachos.
Three Cheers For Chocolate!
S40 E13
In the first round of this all-desserts battle, the chefs must work with dark chocolate, a prized fruit and a salty snack. The second round is a celebration of judge Martha Stewart's favorite variety of chocolate, milk chocolate.
Gefilte Dish
S40 E18
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.
Grill Masters: Kansas City
S39 E1
Big flavors meet big personalities as regional rivals from the thriving Kansas City barbecue world compete; the appetizer round holds double-cut pork chops; a bubbly surprise in the second basket prompts the chefs to bring the sweet to their entrees.
Grill Masters: North Carolina
S39 E2
Four regional rivals deeply devoted to North Carolina-style barbecue battle it out in a thrilling, grilling heat; fish in the first basket threatens to throw the pork-loving pitmasters off their game; the entree round surprises the chefs with liver.
Grill Masters: Memphis
S39 E3
Four chefs who live and breathe Memphis-style barbecue compete; Tennessee tradition abounds in the first basket, which includes a creative take on a messy, shareable comfort food; a gigantic sandwich in the second basket stuns the chefs.
Grill Masters: Texas
S39 E4
Four passionate grill masters from the Lone Star State compete in a fiery battle; a creepy, crawly, crunchy surprise challenges the chefs in the first round; the second round features a state fair treat and an iconic Texas meat.
Grill Masters: Finale Showdown
S39 E5
Winners from the Kansas City, Memphis, North Carolina, and Texas heats return to compete for ultimate bragging rights; a smoky ingredient in the appetizer basket kicks things off; the last basket of the tournament is packed with sugary ingredients.
Whiz Kid Cooks
S39 E6
Kids who love to cook take over the Chopped Kitchen to prove they are forces to be reckoned with in the culinary world; the young competitors focus on finding creative ways to prepare ground chicken in Round 1.
Under the Cuban Sun
S39 E7
Four chefs with personal connections to Cuba are treated to ingredient baskets filled with a variety of Cuban foods; in the appetizer round, butchering a whole fish gives one chef a whole lot of trouble.
Wellington Woes
S39 E8
The competitors bring their best to the kitchen to impress judge Martha Stewart; in the appetizer round, they face a modern take on beef Wellington and an iconic canned meat; one chef's ambitious plans force him to rush to beat the clock.
Tacos and Tequila
S39 E9
It's fiesta time and the chefs are taking on tacos and tequila-themed baskets; each competitor must make taco-inspired dishes that include a delicious delicacy in the blanco tequila-spiked first round.
Chopped Champs Throwdown: Battle 1
S39 E11
In pursuit of $50,000, four "Chopped" champions are back at the stoves with renewed ambition, seeking to be named the best of the best; a fire extinguisher is used for the first time in "Chopped" history.
Chopped Champs Throwdown: Battle 2
S39 E12
Chefs create wildly different appetizers from a basket that includes black garlic; a novelty candy in the second basket requires a hammer; competing flavors in the dessert basket leave chefs with some decisions to make.
Chopped Champs Throwdown: Battle 3
S39 E13
Four winners return to the kitchen for a shot at $50,000; in the first basket, the chefs face a delicacy from the sea; a fancy sauce and a plain vanilla treat await them in round two; a giant, chocolaty surprise stumps the chefs in the dessert round.
Chopped Champs Throwdown: Finale
S39 E15
Four repeat champions are back for the Chopped Champions Grand Finale; the appetizer basket challenges the chefs with a seafood delicacy; there's a shocker in the second basket; the two remaining chefs face off in a dessert round.
Bowled Over
S38 E1
Four chefs layer flavors in trendy bowls under the watchful eye of new judge Martha Stewart; Martha brings a special surprise from her garden for the first basket; the last two chefs make dessert bowls from an Italian syrup and a candied treat.
Doughnut Dash
S38 E2
From kitschy classics to artisanal designer doughnuts, the chefs celebrate delicious rings of joy in every round and feel the pressure of performing well for a demanding doughnut connoisseur, judge Martha Stewart.
Lamb Slam
S38 E4
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.
Room for 'Shrooms
S38 E5
The chefs get swept up in mushroom mania; the competitors try to make a great first impression on judge Martha Stewart with an unusual cocktail and an intensely-flavored protein; the chefs discover a creative use for bacon.
Fire It Up!
S38 E6
Firefighter cooks prove that they are cool under pressure and thrive when the heat is on; in the entree round, the firefighters must make a strange sweet treat work with beef, and the dessert basket reveals a flaming surprise for the two finalists.
Beach Bites
S38 E7
The competing chefs prepare a meal of magnificent beach bites for the judges; a variety of seafood and a flotilla of edible boats kick things off in the appetizer basket; more than one of the competitors cut it close and try to beat the clock.
Luck of the Irish
S37 E1
The chefs get treats from Ireland in every round, beginning with an iconic stout in the appetizer basket; a certain Irish delicacy upsets one chef in the entree round; the two remaining chefs work with an Irish ice cream treat and booze for dessert.
Wild Game Plan
S37 E2
The competitors work with game meat in every round, starting with wild boar in the first basket and two wild proteins for a crowded entree basket; black forest cake is featured in the dessert round.
A Frog Leg Up
S37 E3
Chefs find donut-shaped sushi in the first basket; the judges are happy to see frog legs in the second basket, but they aren't quick to leap to any conclusions about how the entrées will turn out; there are challenging textures in the dessert basket.
Sensational Sandwiches
S37 E4
A sensational sandwich battle begins with a mound of meat and some colorful potatoes; everyone's favorite hybrid bird makes an appearance in the second basket; the final two chefs take on a salty-and-sweet basket in the last round.
Leftover Takeover
S37 E5
The competitors rescue foods that would normally be thrown out; Chinese and Italian foods make for some fusion cooking; the second basket contains half a sandwich and a bottle of sweet liquid; the chefs find coffee and grapes in the dessert basket.
Hush Puppy Love
S37 E6
The competitors take on Southern classics such as hush puppies and black-eyed peas in the first basket; something fried meets something sweet in the Entrée round; then, fruity, creamy and doughy desserts are the result of a busy final round.
Surf and Turf
S37 E8
The chefs are asked to make a special-occasion meal, starting with appetizers that include a rare prized crustacean; in the entree basket, the competitors encounter more exquisite ingredients from land and sea, as well as a sweet curveball.
Better Duck Next Time
S36 E1
Luck is not on the competitors' side as they open the first basket to find not duck breast, but a more formidable foe: duck tongue; a bitter juice and a pretentiously presented American classic challenge the chefs in the entree round.
Gold Medal Games: Frying
S36 E2
In this gripping heat, four famous fry masters compete to see which elite competitor will move on to the $50,000 Gold Medal Games finale; the first basket comes packed with a fun fair treat and a gamey meat.
Gold Medal Games: Grilling
S36 E3
Four renowned chefs battle to prove why grilling is a winter sport worth cheering for, but only one can advance to the $50,000 Grand Finale; an uncooked pastry and a bone-in steak challenge the chefs in the appetizer round.
Gold Medal Games: Fast!
S36 E4
In the 15-minute appetizer round, the culinary athletes are burdened by some extremely tedious prep work and challenged by a sweet surprise; a wild watermelon and an expensive fish keep things interesting in the entree round.
Gold Medal Games: Baking
S36 E5
Four chefs famous for baking take on a thrilling heat in the Chopped Gold Medal Games; in the first round, the chefs must focus their creativity on a grocery store breakfast dough and a lovely cut of lamb.
Gold Medal Games: Grand Finale
S36 E6
In the first round, something grilled and something intended to frighten; in the entree round, the judges wonder which competitors will offer the best treatment of far far, an Indian snack food; champagne in the final basket.
Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate!
S36 E7
The pastry experts battling it out in the kitchen learn they must make candy, cake and ice cream in an all-desserts challenge.
The Light Stuff
S36 E8
Four fit chefs take on the challenge to cook creative, healthy dishes light on calories but big on flavor; faux noodle and a beautiful fish fillet; a diet drink and a protein-packed snack box; acai berry powder desserts.
Pork on the Brain
S36 E10
Chefs take on a pork-themed challenge; the first basket contains a cut of heritage-breed pork; a questionable canned product in the entree round sends the chefs creative directions; the finalists must use more unusual porky items in their desserts.
Fat Chance
S36 E11
The appetizer round features narutomaki; one of the chefs takes an unusual approach with the fish from the entree basket that also includes caul fat; the last two chefs must use Swedish syrup and a classic cookie in the dessert round.
You've Been Canned
S36 E12
The judges are excited by the prospect of beautiful octopus appetizers in the first round as the four chefs scramble to create dishes featuring mollusk morsels; the canned product in the second round threatens to throw the competitors off their game.
Million-Dollar Meals
S36 E13
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.
Clam Clash
S35 E1
Chefs must create appetizers in just 20 minutes from clams and a sweet dried fruit; squid ink and a strong-flavored candy in entree; a pie made of beans and an alcoholic drink made with sorbet are mystery basket ingredients for dessert.
Food Truck Luck
S35 E3
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.
Waffles For The Win
S35 E4
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.
Comfort Zone
S35 E5
The chefs carry the comfort food theme in round one, utilizing something starchy and something greasy; a homey protein and some beautiful tomatoes are used in the entree round; a nostalgic cookie meets a dairy delight in the dessert basket.
The Beets Go On
S35 E6
The chefs bake pre-made dough and try to figure out the best plan for including a Persian hot dog stew in their dishes; a prized seafood and a floral component; competitors discover beets and a classic French dessert in the final basket.
Spooked
S35 E7
Creepy surprises and freaky finds for Halloween; special meat platter in round one; frightening ingredient is staring back at the chefs from the entree basket; the two finalists get hyped up on Halloween candy as they scare up some creative desserts.
Feel The Burn
S35 E8
In round one, a dip made with hot sauce and a spicy piece of poultry; hot raw root in the entree basket serves as proof that peppers aren't the only way to spice up a dish; spicy candy and a baby fruit in the dessert round.
Gimme Gator
S35 E9
Black garlic and coconut vinegar challenge the chefs in the appetizer round; the judges go on the hunt for compelling flavor combinations in the chefs' alligator entrees; a Peruvian fruit is the most unusual find in the dessert basket.
Flavor Savor
S35 E10
Fresh Mediterranean foods, including baby octopus in the first round; a prickly green and a meaty fish share the entree basket spotlight; the ice cream machine and the deep fryer come into play in a busy dessert round.
Pie Jinks
S35 E11
Sour gummies and sausage are part of the appetizer round pie; savory pies that must include baby kale; a dessert round with candied ginger in the basket.
An Iron Chef Thanksgiving
S35 E12
Three Iron Chefs judge a Thanksgiving feast; appetizers include turkey in more than one form; another bird gets some love in the entree round; an epic sandwich and a sweet casserole are two of the ingredients.
Espresso Express
S35 E13
Ground espresso in the first basket; sweetbreads are one of the sweet surprises that the competitors must work with in round two; a brightly-colored sugary snack must be balanced with black molasses in the dessert round.
Weird Twist
S35 E14
Garlic ice cream is not the most startling discovery in the entree basket; the most shocking ingredient in the dessert basket doesn't seem so wild until you pop it in your mouth and get a jolt.
Chopped Grand Holiday
S35 E15
Four winners return to share stories of their life-changing victories and—in the spirit of the season—play for a favorite charity. The four undefeated repeat champs open up the first basket to find a variety of festive surprises. A clever take on hardboiled eggs and a deckle of beef present the champs with a challenging task in the entrée round. Then, the judges taste creative holiday desserts that include honey and chocolate.
True Grits
S35 E16
The chefs get the Southern classic grits in the first basket and race to make appetizers that deliver on flavor, but one of the competitors has major difficulties in the final seconds of the round.
Cocktail Party
S35 E17
The chefs learn that they'll be preparing small plates as well as creative drinks in every round of this special competition.
Amped For Ramps
S35 E18
The competitors find a prized member of the onion family in the first basket, ramps, a flavorful wild leek.
Mardi Gras Goals
S35 E19
Baskets packed with perennial NOLA favorites, including po' boys in the appetizer round; the judges hope none of the competitors ruin the roux in the second basket; for desert, a traditional cake and a boozy coffee challenge the final two chefs.
Dim Sum Yum
S35 E20
The chefs must make bubblegum-flavored candy balance with hot-and-sour soup in their appetizer plates; classic Cantonese dim sum for an entree; the dessert round sees the chefs working with something out of the ordinary in a can plus a pink paste.
Thanks, Mom!
S34 E1
Ted Allen, Jeff Mauro, Jet Tila and Chris Santos compete with their moms; the teams strive to carefully crack quail eggs; a large fish and some lemons make up the second basket; the final two duos find ways to use blood oranges and walnuts.
Grill Game
S34 E2
Contestants make sausage appetizers that must also include a fruity beverage; an open-faced sandwich meets a diminutive veggie in the entree basket; two competitors left to grill dessert face a boozy marshmallow and a bag of nuts.
Greater Tater
S34 E3
The chefs work with a potato theme, with spuds of some kind in every basket; chefs must incorporate two tater products into their appetizers; in Round 2, chili fries find their way to a blender; sweet potato pie meets toffee in the dessert basket.
Got Your Goat?
S34 E5
Chefs must use seafood and some boozy veggies in the first round; the judges decide who has the chops to get goat chops just right in the second round; finalists scramble to incorporate cheese and vegetables into their desserts.
Snap Pea to It!
S34 E6
Chefs must make lamb appetizers that include a trendy toast; poultry and snap peas are part of the round two challenge; competitors do their best with fruits and a fermented beverage in the dessert round.
Bangin' Backyard Cookout
S34 E7
The chefs imagine they're making a memorable meal for a backyard party in this cookout competition using a hybrid protein and a ketchup stand-in, burger fixings, but no beef, and an edible centerpiece.
Flour Power
S34 E8
A dough typically used for flatbreads and a strong-tasting melon in round one; a different dough is at the center of the second basket, prompting the competitors to bake again; final dish features a marshmallow spread and lemon balm.
Alton's Challenge, Part 1
S34 E9
For the first battle, Alton demonstrates the science behind smoking foods, and the chefs are encouraged to infuse every dish with smoky flavor; tiny radishes and a strangely savory cookie are in the mix for round one.
Alton's Challenge, Part 2
S34 E10
A dehydration theme for the baskets; the first round has the chefs making quick use of instant mashed potatoes; a diabolical dessert basket has the chefs scrambling to make dehydrated eggs work in their final plates.
Alton's Challenge, Part 3
S34 E11
The wonders of molecular gastronomy; making a powder from a fat, the problem with transparent ravioli; lamb cooked with a modernist method and new age noodles; a cake that looks and tastes like a drop of water for dessert.
Alton's Challenge, Part 4
S34 E12
To kick off round one, Alton demonstrates the mad science of champagne and the competitors embrace a fermentation theme; a Japanese specialty is the talk of entree round; an unusual cake inspires some unusual choices in the dessert round.
Alton's Challenge, Grand Finale
S34 E13
Four champions return to fight for $50,000; in the first round, a small fish and a strange condiment puzzle the champs; a stunningly-presented protein and a jar of something stinky are in the entree basket.
Star Power: Culinary Muscle!
S33 E2
In the second preliminary competition, four star athletes -- Dorothy Hamill, Paige VanZant, LaMarr Woodley and Mariel Zagunis -- battle it out in the kitchen; a weird flavor of soda and a cheesy dish in the first basket.
Star Power: The Last Laugh!
S33 E3
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.
Star Power: Screen Sensations!
S33 E4
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.
Star Power: Grand Finale
S33 E5
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.
Best Laid Pans
S33 E6
A setback leaves one chef unsure whether her sausage and okra appetizer will come together; savory pie and a fresh Italian cheese meet on the chefs' entree plates; peppers and pears pair up for the dessert round.
The Newlywed Game
S33 E7
Four newlywed couples face a playfully-named toast and some sexy shellfish in the appetizer round; chefs tackle a legume that's time-consuming to deal with and a pork cut that's challenging to cook.
An Ugly Turn
S33 E8
The chefs must embrace imperfections as they work with ugly ingredients; they find often-discarded seafood and misshapen veggies in the baskets; a strange fish presents a fierce challenge; the chefs work with an overly-baked item.
Clean Eatin'
S32 E1
The chefs must make delicious, healthy dishes; legumes confound some of the chefs; a fancy fish and a fermented drink for the entrees; fruit-and-grain dishes for dessert.
Whiskey and Wings
S32 E2
Whiskey and wings appear in every basket; a fun starch for the appetizer round; hot sauce for round two; wings for dessert.
Celebrating Veterans
S32 E3
Four military veterans compete; in round one, a favorite American comfort food and a super-sweet drink; patriotic pasta and a pre-made savory pie in the entree round; cheese and pudding for dessert.
Oodles of Noodles
S32 E4
The chefs must make noodle or pasta dishes; Asian ingredients in round one; fresh pasta in round two; noodles for dessert in the final round.
Game Day Party
S32 E5
The chefs take on football-themed challenges; reinvented mac and cheese for the appetizer round; artichokes in the entree round; a stadium starch in the dessert basket.
Chocolate Obsession
S32 E6
White chocolate and soft shell crab for round one; an alcoholic chocolate beverage and a chocolate showpiece dessert for the second round; luscious apricots for the final round.
Blue Plate Fate
S32 E7
Late night food and a classic three-ingredient sandwich in the first round; a deep-fried snack in the entree round; diner staples in the dessert basket.
Chefs in a Pickle
S32 E8
Pickles in every dish; brine and Brussels sprouts for the appetizer; half-sour flank steak dishes in the entree round; pickles with peanut butter in the dessert basket.
Raw Deal
S32 E9
Raw fish in an unusual form for the first basket; a wonder drink and beautiful peppers for the entree; a hefty salt block in the dessert round.
Latin Cuisine Dream
S32 E11
Favorite foods from Latin America; the competitors get a soup and dough in the first round; a yummy cookie and a can of beans in the entree round; the final two chefs find passion fruit in the dessert basket.
Jump for Bok Choy
S32 E12
An Argentinian meat and something sweet form two of the appetizer surprises; a favorite seafood selection appears in the basket; bok choy finds its way to the chefs' plates; an alluring take on cheesecake keeps the finalists on their toes.
Smorgastarta Your Engines
S31 E1
The chefs start the competition off with some smorgastarta appetizers, including savory Swedish layer cake; a sweet powder and prickly produce cause problems for the competitors; the chefs struggle to made eggplant into a dessert.
Tailgate Greats
S31 E2
The competitors face handy sandwiches and sweet popcorn; a strange take on a mimosa; the two finalists seek the best way to execute their creative ideas for dessert.
Chopped: Beat Bobby Flay, Part 1
S31 E3
Twelve returning champions try their hands at making Scandinavian fish and a sugary cereal as they attempt to get to the $40,000 grand finale in the first part of the tournament with Bobby Flay.
Chopped: Beat Bobby Flay, Part 2
S31 E4
Four more returning contestants battle for the chance to compete against Bobby Flay; the contestants must use seafood that needs tenderizing and a canned product for the appetizer; a king of the sea and an icebox cake await them for the entree.
Chopped: Beat Bobby Flay, Part 3
S31 E5
The returning winners struggle to keep track of all four ingredients for the first round, which include cold soup and a stuffed lobster; a giant piece of meat and some tasty little dried fruits make up the entree's ingredients.
Chopped: Beat Bobby Flay, Finale
S31 E6
The $40,000 title fight finale; the three undefeated champs must make appetizers with camel meat and a strange sauce; an especially difficult entree round.
Midnight Snack Attack
S31 E7
The chefs must make the perfect midnight meal; an innovative appetizer of fried foods and a trendy cocktail; prized mushrooms and a popular street food for the second round; breakfast flavors make up the final round basket.
Hearty Party
S31 E8
In the first basket, the chefs unveil a Cajun specialty; a porky protein adds some flavor to the chefs' fish entrees; in the final basket, the chefs find a chewy drink.
Cheap Eats
S31 E9
In the first-round basket, the chefs find pork buns and Mexican street corn; the competitors must use a pickled product with a fair favorite for the entree; delectable cakes and an odd sauce make up the ingredients for the final round.
Battle of the Butchers
S31 E10
The butchers take whiskey shots as they handle cuts of pork for the appetizer; a big bird and an oddly-named radish make up the entree basket; the finalists find an ice cream that only a butcher could love in the dessert basket.
Back in Time
S31 E12
A familiar can and a space-age beverage in the first basket; something frozen in time and something nostalgically spherical for round two; a drink named for a movie legend must be used for dessert.
Viewers' Vengeance
S31 E13
Four chefs complete viewer-chosen tasks; the fans pick a creepy protein and a bloody soup; something hearty and something hot in the second basket; dessert dishes made with offal and atole.
Entree Basket Blues
S31 E14
Canned ham and mussels challenge the chefs in the appetizer round; things get tougher with a bright blue ingredient in the entree round; the final two chefs try to impress the judges with fruit-and-fries creations.
Taco Time!
S31 E15
The chefs show off their takes on the taco; tripe and mustard rabe in the appetizer basket; Asian sauce and a beautiful protein in the entree basket; the finalists create inventive desserts with Mexican chocolate.
Sweet Heat
S31 E16
The chefs find a strange pizza in the appetizer basket; two proteins in the second round present a challenge for the competitors; chilies in the dessert basket.
Betting on the Farm
S31 E17
The chefs get to use farm-fresh ingredients; poultry and pickled chilies in round one; in the entree round, the chefs make lamb dishes with fresh greens; the chefs make some odd choices for the dessert round.
Million Dollar Baskets
S31 E18
The chefs must work with caviar and expensive seafood in the first round; the second million-dollar basket contains a luxurious sweet and a delicious rarity; a $100 breakfast item in the final basket.
Basket Buzz
S31 E19
A giant circle of dough with a long history and veggies that look like tiny watermelons in the first basket; chewy candy and sweet cheese for the entree; green leaves and blueberries for dessert.
Wild Times
S31 E20
The chefs' baskets are full of hunter-forager ingredients; an aquatic wonder and a delicate flower in round one; an imposing root and a wild beast for the entree round; berries and butter for dessert.
Kefir and Loathing
S30 E1
Fermented milk drink kefir in the appetizer round; a strange blue drink; a can ingredient for the dessert basket.
Sweetbread Dread
S30 E2
Competitors find sardines in their baskets; an air of luxury is brought to the second round with ingredients including shortbreads; both final chefs want to make ice cream in the dessert round but may not have time to pull it off.
Best Halloween Ever
S30 E3
The judges see what a drag queen, a witch, a medieval re-enactor and a bloody-faced warrior will cook for them; chefs must prepare a pork tenderloin entree; cooks encounter a spiky fruit and clever cookie-crumb creation.
On the Quack Burner
S30 E4
The chefs must make use of duck tongue meat in their appetizers; a seaweed pasta product may be the weirdest item in the second basket; spicy alcohol and a sweet cream make up two of the components that the finalists must work into their desserts.
Web Stars
S30 E5
Competitors who have found success with online cooking shows put their web-honed culinary skills to the test; cooks must use emoji cookies; chefs struggle to get one ingredient cooked in time; chefs use a familiar boxed ingredient.
Holiday Reality Check
S30 E7
Les Gold, Claudia Jordan, Jenni Pulos and Karina Smirnoff compete; the celebrities must use an edible wreath and festively-shaped bread; the judges learn that one of the competitors has never tried one of the veggies found in the basket.
New Year's Bash
S30 E8
The competitors celebrate the New Year with $50 worth of caviar in the appetizer basket; more premium items and a New Year's legume in the entree baskets; dressed-up ice cream cones and a limited number of grapes for dessert.
Grill Masters Napa: Part 1
S29 E1
The appetizer basket features a sea creature and a pretty, colorful veggie; a ballpark snack throws the chefs a curveball in the entree round; chilies in the dessert basket make the judges happy.
Grill Masters Napa: Part 3
S29 E3
The first basket holds a tough seafood protein; in the second round, the chefs get the gift of a beautiful rib eye; chocolate trifle and poached pears in the dessert round.
Grill Masters Napa: Part 4
S29 E4
In the appetizer round, the grill masters face some mushrooms and a strong jam; fish butchery and flavor balancing come into play in the entree round; the chefs' dessert basket contains a yummy cake.
Grill Masters Napa: Grand Finale
S29 E5
The appetizer round features a porky surprise; the remaining champions must figure out what to do with a surf-and-turf combo; bananas and wine make tricky dessert ingredients.
Fried Chicken Time
S29 E6
Chefs must use a weird syrup and a savory pancake in their fried bird appetizers; in round two, fried chicken entrees must include peach cobbler; a fried chicken-themed dessert round.
Snail Snafus
S29 E7
The chefs scramble to make escargot work with the other ingredients in the first basket; the second round basket holds garlic knots; a light and airy cake in the dessert round puts the chefs in a focused and inspired mood.
Hot Doggin'
S29 E8
In the first round, the chefs get some very rare hot dogs and an uncommon condiment; a tiny ingredient causes big problems for two of the competitors in the entree round; hot dog dessert challenge.
Souper Chefs
S29 E9
In the appetizer round, the chefs must make trout dishes that also include dill pickle soup; the entree basket ingredients include a weird spicy beer; dough and sugar in the dessert basket.
Chili Cook-Off
S29 E10
Chocolate and sausage are two of the mandatory ingredients in the appetizer round; degrees of spice and levels of creativity are big factors in the entree round; chili-inspired sweet dishes are requested in the dessert round.
Teen Tournament: Battle 1
S29 E11
The young competitors must make appetizers from a strange hybrid snack and a decadent pork product; in the entree round, the teens must figure out how to combine poultry with a weird casserole.
Teen Tournament: Battle 2
S29 E12
Nerves and indecision keep everybody guessing whether all the competitors will finish their sausage appetizers; seafood surprises in round two; breakfast items take on a creative form in the dessert basket.
Teen Tournament: Battle 3
S29 E13
A group of teen chefs cook short ribs in the appetizer round; an already-cooked, artificially-colored ingredient seems to be the most difficult ingredient in the entree round; a pastry bag of pate a choux leaves the competitors puzzled.
Teen Tournament: Battle 4
S29 E14
Four teen chefs battle for the last spot in the finale; something strange and sour; re-purposing a cake in the dessert basket.
Teen Tournament: Finale Fight
S29 E15
Four teen winners compete in the grand finale; surf-and-turf in the appetizer; butchering skills; mango in the dessert basket.
Twins for the Win
S29 E16
Teams of twins face off; improbable eggs and incomplete crustaceans in the first-round basket; a royal-inspired meat product and a soda shop staple in the entree round; pastry dough in the dessert round.
Naan the Wiser
S29 E17
Naan and blood sausages in the first round; a very expensive fish in the entree basket; creative desserts with a fruit-filled basket.
Worst Cooks Challenge
S29 E18
In the first round, former winners make frog leg appetizers; the second round has the remaining chefs struggling to cook steak correctly; cooks rely on ready-made doughs from the pantry to help them with their cocoa powder and pear desserts.
Chopped Champions: Battle 1, Best of the Best
S28 E1
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.
Grill Masters Napa: Part 2
S28 E2
Baked beans and lamb belly feature in the first round; in the entree round, the grill masters receive a seafood-heavy basket; one of the mystery ingredients in the dessert round shows a tendency to char quickly.
Chopped Champions: Battle 3, Chefs in Control
S28 E3
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.
Grill Masters Napa: Part 4
S28 E4
In the appetizer round, the grill masters face some mushrooms and a strong jam; fish butchery and flavor balancing come into play in the entree round; the chefs' dessert basket contains a yummy cake.
Grill Masters Napa: Grand Finale
S28 E5
The appetizer round features a porky surprise; the remaining champions must figure out what to do with a surf-and-turf combo; bananas and wine make tricky dessert ingredients.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
S28 E6
The four chefs are surprised by a Cinco de Mayo theme; the first basket contains a green pie and a big fish fillet; a cheese blend and a Mexican barbecue specialty in round two; black beans and chocolate are part of the dessert challenge.
Tortellini Trials
S28 E7
The appetizer round contains a puzzling pasta; in the entree round, the judges are worried about a particular chocolate-covered ingredient.
Summer Heat
S28 E9
Lobsters and cocktails in the first round basket; in the second basket, the chefs find another seafood mystery ingredient and potato chips.
Deadliest Basket
S28 E10
The chefs contend with basket ingredients that are not only challenging but downright dangerous; poisonous seeds and a fierce creature in round one; a potent alcohol and a shellfish in round two; fungus and a deadly fruit in the final round.
Chopping Block Blues
S28 E11
Scotch eggs feature as the ingredient in the appetizer round; a big fish and a black liquid make up two of the ingredients in round two.
San Franchopco
S28 E12
In the first round, a mighty midnight snack poses a creative challenge; a beer and a bird in round two; the dessert basket includes premium chocolate bars and Irish coffee.
Leap of Faith
S28 E13
A priest, a nun-in-training, a rabbi and a pastor compete; the first round basket holds a salmon; fruit and wine make up two of the mystery basket items in the entree round; fig desserts.
Knife Strife
S27 E1
In the appetizer round, the chefs find blood sausages in the basket; then, they come up with plans for a basket that includes a caramelized pudding and a pork product; finally, the dessert basket results in some decadent dishes.
Healthy Rivalry
S27 E2
The chefs are challenged to create light dishes from baskets full of nutritious surprises; the competitors must make tasty fish dishes that includes an alternative carbohydrate; a grain and a green noodle are part of the culinary puzzle.
Brunch Battle
S27 E3
Four chefs are challenged with creating the kind of brunch worth lingering over; booze and eggs are some of the surprises found in the first two baskets.
Chinese New Year
S27 E4
The chefs create dishes for the Chinese New Year; they create appetizers using one of Americans' favorite Chinese dishes; there's a giant fish in the basket for the entree round; the chefs must include an oversized cookie in their desserts.
Tailgate Party
S27 E5
Four fanatical tailgaters set out to prove that their passion for cooking is equal to their passion for their teams; the first basket contains a vegetarian patty; cheese and sausage are two of the mandatory ingredients in the second basket.
Bacon Boys
S27 E6
In the first round basket contains bacon alongside banana jam; round two has the chefs wondering what to do with a weird ice cream and some lovely greens.
Love Bites
S27 E7
It's food to get you in the mood, with aphrodisiacs in all of the baskets; oysters in the first basket; two alluring, pre-made desserts in the final basket seem like a head start but could be a trap.
Cooking Caribbean
S27 E9
Caribbean cuisine is the focus; the judges are excited to taste four shrimp appetizers; some beautiful Caribbean ingredients in the second basket; sweet potato and rum in the final basket.
Truck Stop Stars
S27 E10
Truck stop chefs bring their own take on comfort food; in the first round, meatloaf mix and fennel; a purple veggie and a sweet drink are two of the ingredients in the second round; the final basket holds an apple pie.
Beg, Borrow or Eel
S27 E11
The first basket holds a slimy surprise; the entree round has the judges eager to taste three Cornish hen dishes; a nostalgic treat in the dessert basket keeps the judges guessing.
Chopped: College
S27 E12
Four college kids with serious cooking chops take over the Chopped Kitchen; chicken and tomato soup are featured in the appetizer basket; in the entree round, they must contend with a hot drink and a frozen side dish.
The Bold and the Baconful
S27 E13
In the first basket, the chefs find that a certain fun food has been wrapped in bacon; in round two, the competitors present pork and noodle dishes.
A Chopped Halloween
S26 E1
Halloween-themed ingredients including real blood and fake eyeballs are featured in the first round; the competitors get dead serious about their Halloween entrees.
Chopped Catwalk
S26 E2
Four chefs who are also fashion models compete; tuna and kale chips featured in the appetizer basket; the second round basket contains fish and seeds; something frozen and something crunchy are found in the dessert basket.
Chopped: Impossible, Part 1
S26 E3
Restaurant: Impossible's Chef Robert Irvine joins the judging panel; whipped topping in the first round and offal and stinky cookies in the entree round.
Chopped: Impossible, Part 2
S26 E4
The first basket holds a strange duck and a green dessert; in the entree round, an infamous Chopped ingredient makes a return appearance; the dessert basket contains a meaty sandwich.
Chopped: Impossible, Part 3
S26 E5
Returning champions take on a swamp creature and insects in the appetizer round; the chefs attack a sweet spring treat and an aged egg in round two; whimsical sushi, leftover fruit, and a frozen favorite in the last basket.
Chopped: Impossible, Grand Finale
S26 E6
Three champions battle for the chance to go head-to-head with Robert Irvine; in the appetizer round, the competitors face a giant clam and a fast-food classic; in the entree round, a canned product and a strange sandwich.
Military Vets
S26 E8
In the first round, one of the chefs stumbles upon a brilliant way to treat scalloped potatoes; a precooked meatloaf is the big challenge in the second round; the final basket contains a crispy snack and a sweet and tart drink.
In-Laws, In Teams!
S26 E9
Pairs of mothers and daughters-in-law take over the Chopped Kitchen; in the appetizer round, a boozy accessory and a standard leftover; in the entree round, odd eggs and mashed potatoes are in the baskets; a subtropical fruit and a gooey bread.
Family Affair
S26 E10
A mom, dad, son and aunt who work in the same restaurant compete; in the first round, one family member's grill pan gets taken over by two relatives; in the entree round, chicken breasts and mystery ingredients.
Battle of the Grandpas
S26 E11
Four beloved grandfathers fight it out in the Chopped Kitchen; in the first round, a breakfast starch and a classic soda fountain choice; in the entree round, beef and peanut butter taffy bites; in the final round, a homey pie and a fresh fruit.
Secrets of Winning
S26 E12
A look back at some of the most bizarre baskets, wildest mishaps and most creative cooking moments from America's most pressure-packed cooking competition.
Teen Tournament: Episode One
S25 E1
A strangely fuzzy ingredient in the appetizer round basket; in the entree round, a challenging protein paired with a processed cheese; chips and candies are featured in the final basket.
Teen Tournament: Episode Two
S25 E2
Expensive crustaceans are a bit of a shocker in the appetizer baskets; round two competitors must complete creative lamb entrees; the dessert round features a frozen treat and an Indian spice.
Teen Tournament: Episode Three
S25 E3
The chefs grapple with vegan chicken in the first basket; the entree round features butternut squashes and okra; the dessert basket contains a box of assorted cookies.
Chopped: Impossible, Part 3
S25 E5
Returning champions take on a swamp creature and insects in the appetizer round; the chefs attack a sweet spring treat and an aged egg in round two; whimsical sushi, leftover fruit, and a frozen favorite in the last basket.
Chopped: Impossible, Grand Finale
S25 E6
Three champions battle for the chance to go head-to-head with Robert Irvine; in the appetizer round, the competitors face a giant clam and a fast-food classic; in the entree round, a canned product and a strange sandwich.
Teen Redeem
S25 E7
Lump meat crab and mayo in the first basket; the entree round basket contains a nostalgic candy, and a lovely vegetable; the dessert round basket has Italian cookies and peanut butter toast.
Sitcom Moms
S25 E8
Tichina Arnold, Jackee Harry, JoMarie Payton and Betsy Randle, who all play moms on well-known TV shows, take each other on in an appetizer round featuring mushrooms and frozen TV dinners and tackle minute steak in the entree round.
Bizarre Battle
S25 E9
Bizarre foods will be found in all the baskets; in the first round, a strange bird part and a stinky young fruit; the entree round features some very hot candies and ugly offal; something purple and something fermented in the dessert round.
Oktoberfest!
S25 E10
The chefs discover fine fare for a German party in the first basket, including pretzels and sauerkraut; schnitzel and beer keep the celebration going in the entree round; the dessert round features spaetzle and chocolate sausage.
Thanksgiving Soup-er Stars
S25 E11
All four chefs in this competition dedicate their time and talents to soup kitchens; the first round basket contains Thanksgiving leftovers; an ice cream cake and a starchy candy are two of the perplexing items in the final round.
Cooking With Bass
S25 E12
The appetizer baskets hold chicken hearts as one of the mandatory ingredients; the entree round baskets feature sea bass and an expensive spice; the chefs must combine brittle and zucchini for the final round.
Mac and Cheese
S25 E13
Macaroni and cheese is the common theme in every round; mac and cheese dishes that include Swiss chard; a time-crunch in the dessert round leaves one of the chefs dashing to get all components on the plate.
All-Stars Tournament: Part 1
S24 E1
Chefs Madison Cowan, Eric Greenspan, Brian Malarkey and Art Smith fight it out; the first round features a slimy ingredient; the entree round basket contains a beautiful fish.
All-Stars Tournament: Part 2
S24 E2
Anne Burrell, Hung Huynh, Mary Sue Milliken and Dale Talde compete; appetizer baskets contain a soup and a sour surprise; in the entree round, a cheesy party food must be matched with some expensive offal.
All-Stars Tournament: Part 3
S24 E3
Cat Cora, Antonia Lofaso, Michael Psilakis and Marcel Vigneron face off; a special Spanish meat must be paired with an airy cookie; the second round chefs must butcher a huge ingredient and tame some tiny, sour fruits.
All-Stars Tournament: Part 4
S24 E4
Rocco DiSpirito, Jet Tila, Fabio Viviani and Lee Anne Wong face off; the appetizer baskets contains a succulent seafood and an Asian pastry; in the entree round, the chefs will need to get creative in order to cook a perfect piece of beef in time.
All-Stars Tournament: Grand Finale
S24 E5
The four winning All-Stars return to the Chopped Kitchen; something purple and something fishy in the appetizer basket; a seafood tower; a very hot pepper and a cookie cake in the dessert round.
Tendon Intentions
S24 E6
The appetizer basket contains beef tendon balls; in the entree round, fresh vermicelli noodles; caramelized onions in the dessert basket.
Grill Masters: Episode One
S24 E7
Grill Masters battle; the first round features pork chops and sausages; a sweet basket ingredient challenges some of the chefs; the dessert basket contains a cheese and a starch.
Grill Masters: Episode Three
S24 E9
A succulent seafood and an odd ice cream are two of the surprises in the mystery basket; the chefs open the second round basket and find a live ingredient; a delicate ingredient in the final basket.
Grill Masters: Episode Four
S24 E10
Spare ribs play the lead role in the appetizer basket; a specially-sourced, whole fish barely fits into the entree baskets; plums are featured in the dessert basket.
Grill Masters: Grand Finale
S24 E11
Rattlesnake is the surprise in the first round; offal and some fruit are part of the culinary puzzle to solve in the entree round; a breakfast item and a classic pie combination in the last round.
Rock Stars
S24 E12
Four rock stars with a passion for cooking, Lita Ford, Kelly Hansen, Eddie Ojeda and Dweezil Zappa, take over the Chopped Kitchen; the first round basket contains a bubbly drink and a punny protein; the entree round features lamb.
Wild Ride
S24 E13
Fun at the carnival is the theme for this competition; in the first basket, two out of the four ingredients are deep-fried; the second basket contains an outrageous sundae, but it's the deep-fried ravioli that causes trouble for one competitor.
College Challenge
S24 E14
Four college students compete for culinary superiority; in the first round, a dorm-life starchy staple and a bag of frozen veggies; a microwaveable snack in the entree round; sweet and salty surprises in the dessert basket.
Light Makes Right
S24 E15
The baskets are packed with healthy ingredients; in the first round, lean, mean fish dishes; some heat in the entree round basket helps the chefs add flavor without adding fat; the dessert basket features green smoothies and rice crackers.
Tailgate Fate
S24 E16
In the first round, the chefs prepare pretzel roll and chicken wing appetizers; the chefs find burger patties in the second basket; the dessert basket contains four fruity surprises.
Chopped Gastropub
S24 E17
House-smoked bacon and homemade pickles are found in the appetizer baskets; a cocktail and a classic English pub dish in the entree basket; suds and tots have to be included in the desserts.
Holiday Cooking
S24 E18
Cooking Channel stars Gabriele Corcos, Kelsey Nixon, Roger Mooking and Jim Stacy are set to take on a holiday challenge; the appetizer basket features a whole roasted goose; a meat-and-potatoes entree round.
Every 'wich Way
S23 E1
A celebration of the sandwich; beef brisket appetizer sandwiches; entree-worthy sandwiches made from pork shoulder and pate; dessert sandwiches made with Thai curry paste and chocolate-covered espresso beans.
Viewers' Choice Ingredients
S23 E2
The mystery baskets contain ingredients suggested by fans on social media; a frightfully difficult protein in round one; in the second round, boxed macaroni and cheese; a giant egg and some mushy fruit are at play in the dessert round.
Chopped, Again!
S23 E3
Four losing chefs return seeking redemption; skate and pomegranate molasses appetizers; in the entree round, the competitors work with a boozy ice cream and a British pudding.
Chopped, Again
S23 E4
It's a second chance at victory for four losing chefs seeking redemption. After the chefs make skate and pomegranate molasses appetizers, one chef must endure the indignity of being the first chef re-chopped.
Double Trouble
S23 E6
Four cooking duos compete; in the first round, the couples make appetizers that include date vinegar and chili-garlic-coated peas; the entree round basket contains a lively sea critter and sweet potato patties.
T.G.I. Fry-Day
S23 E7
In the first round, the competitors work with hot dogs and taro root; the entree round features cookies and cube steak; an ooey, gooey cake and salted caramel make for some sweet creations in the final round.
Amateurs Redemption
S23 E8
Previously chopped home cooks return for a second chance; in the first round, vegan roast is an ingredient to be reckoned with; in the second round, a small bird and a sugary breakfast item are part of the entree puzzle that must be solved.
Let's Do Lunch
S23 E9
The usual rounds are replaced with breakfast, lunch and dinner; the morning meal includes tiny eggs and fancy coffee; the second round features peanut butter and jelly; the final round finds one of the competitors searching for a missing ingredient.
Fake Cake, Real Stakes
S23 E10
All of the basket ingredients are in disguise; chicken wings in the first basket are a secretly sweet item; cake in the second round; tomato soup in the dessert basket.
First Responders
S23 E11
Police officers and paramedics with culinary chops compete; the first round basket contains hummus chips and ground bison; jawbreakers and rotisserie chicken in the second round; angel food cake in the final basket.
Judges' Face-Off
S23 E12
Each basket contains leftover ingredients; in the appetizer round, the chefs must reinvent a tuna noodle casserole; the entree basket contains rice left in a pan and soup.
Big Barbecue Bout
S23 E13
A celebration of the art of barbecue; in the first basket, a regional barbecue sauce and jumbo shrimp; in round two, pork spare ribs; the final basket contains bananas and coconuts.
Mummies and Gummies
S22 E1
In the first basket, a freaky gummy and a funny mummy; the second round chefs find some awfully scary offal and some more gummy goodness; the final round roll features spider webs made with pretzels and blue cheese.
Chopped Family Thanksgiving
S22 E2
All the judges are gathered together for different rounds including using hominy and gummy turkey feet in the appetizers, boniato sweet potatoes and savoy cabbage are used in the entree round.
Meatball Madness
S22 E3
The chefs discover that they must make meatballs in every round; creme brulee is the mystery ingredient curveball in the first round; in the entree round, boar shoulder meets the meat grinder; dessert meatballs.
The Holiday Kitchen
S22 E4
The stars of Food Network's "The Kitchen" compete to win a $10,000 holiday gift for a favorite charity; in the first round, the co-hosts make merry appetizers out of seafood salad and challah bread; the entree round features a yule log.
Family Food Fight
S22 E5
A mother, father, daughter and son compete; the first basket contains a flatbread and a strong citrus; in the entree round, there is fish to de-bone and tofu to flavor; desserts using lobster tail pastries and cinnamon chips.
Bizarre Baskets!
S22 E6
Guest judge Andrew Zimmern is on hand; an offbeat ice cream flavor and an unusual meat in the appetizer round; in the entree round, a shocking-looking protein combines with a pink veggie.
Reality TV Stars
S22 E7
Reality stars Renee Graziano ("Mob Wives"), Travis Lofland ("Deadliest Catch"), Amy Roloff ("Little People, Big World") and Kathy Wakile ("Real Housewives of New Jersey") battle for their favorite charity.
Late Night Food Brawl
S22 E8
The chefs learn that they will be preparing dishes best enjoyed in the late-night hours; for the first course, the chefs work with a carb-heavy Canadian snack and an Italian sausage; the dessert basket contains burritos.
Amateurs' Brawl
S22 E9
The first basket contains spinach vinaigrette and chicken truffle sausages; wild boar roast in the entree round; the final basket has marshmallow chocolate cookies.
Fabulous Baker Boys
S22 E10
In the first round, the competitors must bake focaccia and figure out how to combine fish with rice pudding.
Thrill of the Grill
S22 E12
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.
Scoop's On!
S22 E13
In the first round, the chefs must combine gourmet scoops in cones with halibut; the entree round features another ice cream surprise and premium cuts of beef.
Teen Tournament: Part One
S21 E1
Four young cooks compete for a culinary school scholarship; lamb loin chops and kale chips in the first round; French fries and cookies in the main course round.
Teen Tournament: Part Two
S21 E2
Cleaning shrimp and slicing jalapenos are necessary skills in the appetizer round; the chefs must cook an entree using frog legs; a New York cookie must be combined with a popular nut.
Teen Tournament: Part Three
S21 E3
Dandelion greens are a featured ingredient for the first round; Cornish hens in the entree round; the ice cream machine is the kitchen toy of choice in the dessert round.
Teen Tournament: Grand Finale
S21 E5
Four preliminary champions return; a sea creature shocker; the entree round basket contains a classic snack; the ice cream maker stirs up an encounter.
Food Truck Fight
S21 E6
The appetizer round ingredients range from a cheap, sweet treat to a fine-dining indulgence; the entree round features a pork delicacy and a Mexican staple.
Ultimate Champions: Pros
S21 E7
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.
Ultimate Champions: Amateur Champs
S21 E8
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.
Ultimate Champions: Heroes
S21 E9
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.
Ultimate Champions: Celebrities
S21 E10
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.
Ultimate Champions: Grand Finale!
S21 E11
Risotto is featured in the first round; the entree round basket contains a huge surprise; booze and some baked goods in the desert basket.
Short Order Cooks
S21 E12
Fourth and fifth graders compete; the first basket contains cotton candy; the second round features entrees made from pizza dough and a bitter green; the dessert round basket contains brownie mix.
Money Saver
S21 E13
Ingredients in each basket will not exceed $10; in the first round, a meatless basket; creativity is key in judging three ham-steak entrees; chocolate chips in the dessert basket.
Dread and Breakfast
S20 E1
The usual rounds are replaced by breakfast, lunch and dinner; coffee cake and cream-filled chocolate eggs for breakfast; fish dishes for lunch; divine dinner basket.
Leftovers Rescue Mission
S20 E2
The chefs discover that they will be competing with three baskets of leftovers; the first basket has restaurant takeout containers; leftover bacon in the dessert round.
G'day, Chefs!
S20 E3
Every basket has a little bit of an Australian slant to it; in the first round, lamb ribs; the settings on the ice cream machine trip up one of the finalists.
Salt Pearls of Wisdom
S20 E4
Presentation is key as the judges compare shrimp and chickpea dishes; baklava in the entree round; the chefs must use salt pearls in their dishes.
Swai Not?
S20 E5
The first basket contains falafel mix and date paste; in the entree round, the chefs must work with a fish that is new to them; cookies in the dessert round.
Short and Sweetbreads
S20 E6
The chefs' appetizer baskets contain sweetbreads; the entree round baskets hold a strong spice blend; chocolaty, salty, and fruity desserts.
Fig Out
S20 E7
Two fishy ingredients are featured in the appetizer basket; spiny leaves and beef kidneys must be combined; the dessert basket contains figs and lemon verbena.
Big Hitters
S20 E8
Baseball stadium chefs look for a home run; the first basket contains Italian sausage; the second round basket features a beautiful flank steak.
Offal Surprise
S20 E9
The chefs must utilize ramen in a creative way in their appetizer dishes; the entree round features an offal surprise; a New England treat in the dessert basket.
Frankly Frantic
S20 E11
The appetizer basket contains vegan franks and three other meatless ingredients; a blender mystery in the entree round; a green soda and Russian sweet in the dessert baskets.
Chopped Chops
S20 E12
The first basket contains a French delicacy and some fine fungi; the entree round includes little beans and big pork chops; a finalist attempts to take cheese and use it in an ice cream.
Pesto Chango
S20 E13
The chefs must use pesto sauce and chicken during the appetizer round; the entree round has the chefs using spirulina chips; a treat from Kazakhstan is in the final basket.
Ambitious Amateurs
S19 E1
Four home cooks compete; appetizer round features chicken tenderloin; the entree round features hanger steak; two very unusual ingredients show up in the dessert basket.
Return and Redeem
S19 E2
Returning chefs face off; appetizer round combines a green dessert and a seafood snack; the entree round features quinoa and sour candy; dessert basket has palm seeds and dulce de leche.
Grandma Vs. Grandma
S19 E3
Four determined grandmothers face off; the appetizer basket contains a coffee can of bacon grease; in the entree round, making meatloaf mix work with an aptly named cocktail; oatmeal desserts.
Chopped Tournament of Stars: Sports Stars!
S19 E4
Athletes, Brandi Chastain, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Greg Louganis and Charles Oakley compete; the first basket contains alligator; cooking with strange eggs and tiny limes; dessert features crystallized ginger and wafer cookies.
Chopped Tournament of Stars: Rachael Vs. Guy!
S19 E5
Coolio, Lou Diamond Phillips, Penn Jillette and Carnie Wilson compete; beef tongue and microwaveable chocolate cake; pizza party in the entree round; making desserts using chocolate bars and banana chips.
Chopped Tournament of Stars: Comedians!
S19 E6
Sinbad, Tommy Davidson, Robert Wuhl and Gillian Vigman compete; the first basket contains a pork delicacy and a gummy candy; jalapeno poppers and beer can chicken; vanilla cupcakes in the final basket.
Chopped Tournament of Stars: Actors!
S19 E7
Actors Lucas Grabeel, Michael Imperioli, Peter Scolari and Tasha Smith compete; the first round features a tricky ingredient; mystery ingredients includes a pretty citrus fruit and a spiny lobster; desserts with mascarpone and strawberries.
Chopped Tournament of Stars: Finale!
S19 E8
The first basket contains a drive-thru snack and a cold dessert; getting creative with churros and champagne.
Peri Peri Determined
S19 E9
The chefs race to make crispy chicken wings; African peri peri rub; in the entree round, a difficult cut of meat and a salty sandwich spread are among the mandatory ingredients.
Mother's Day
S19 E10
Four mothers compete; appetizer basket contains chicken noodle soup and salsa; in the entree round, the moms contend with a sugary ingredient; lady fingers in the dessert basket.
Cool, Palm and Perfected
S19 E11
Blowfish tail is an ingredient in the first basket; the entree basket contains a can of something orange and a jar of date palm; the dessert basket contains basil juice.
Four Fathers
S19 E13
Four fathers compete; fish and salt and vinegar potato chips in the appetizer round; a bottle of scotch in the entree basket; rice pudding and pretzel dessert.
No Pain, No Shame
S18 E1
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.
Tapas Time
S18 E3
All courses must be composed of small plates; in the first round, the baskets contain Spanish ingredients, including gazpacho; the dessert round features catalan crème.
Waste Not
S18 E4
The chefs must make use of ingredients that are usually thrown out; the competitors have to get creative with a little bit of salad dressing and some paltry scraps of poultry; using fruit and veggie peels in desserts.
Firefighter Chefs
S18 E5
Some hearty meat-and-cheese appetizers; some big errors with a non-basket-ingredient gets one of the judges inordinately upset; playing with fire.
Hoofin' It!
S18 E6
The chefs rush to make appetizers with pickled pigs' feet and sweet potato chips; the competitors try to make pie work with venison; two finalists come up with similar ideas for their desserts.
Pizza Perfect
S18 E7
Unusual toppings are featured in the entree pizza round; the finalists must make pizza for dessert, with candied mushrooms and salted caramel sauce.
All-Burger Meal!
S18 E8
The chefs must make hamburgers for every round; veal burgers in the appetizer round; in the entree round a little quail egg causes a big headache for some of the competitors.
Chocolate Competition
S18 E9
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.
Bacon Baskets!
S18 E10
Bacon is an ingredient in every basket; Mangalista bacon and apple chips; dried cherries; French toast and bacon for dessert.
Beer Here!
S18 E11
The four chefs must make sausages work with toasted lager in the appetizer round; beer and pretzel must be combined in the dessert round.
Burn for the Worse
S18 E12
Chinese dumplings and Middle Eastern noodles in the appetizer round; lamb is the key ingredient in the entree round; pawpaw desserts.
An Egg Up
S18 E13
The chefs try to figure out what to do with an ingredient called a 100-year-old egg; mango pudding must make its way into the competitors' main course dishes.
Wasted!
S17 E1
The baskets contain usually-discarded food scraps such as herb stems and the remains of a filleted fish.
Keep on Trucking
S17 E2
Chefs with connections to the food-truck business; two assertively flavored meats in the appetizer round; the second round basket contains a sugary powder and a leafy vegetable.
Sports Stars
S17 E3
Sports figures Danica Patrick, Tiki Barber, Chuck Zito and Natalie Coughlin battle it out for charity.
Hero Chefs
S17 E4
Chefs who serve their communities with their culinary talents; first round, chicken soup and barbecue sauce; second round, scallop dishes.
We Love Leftovers!
S17 E5
The competitors must work with what is left in a casserole dish and at the bottom of a takeout bag.
Count Your Chickens
S17 E6
The first basket contains chicken livers and chicken tenders; the second round features chicken legs and chicken-flavored crackers.
Liver and Learn
S17 E7
Calves' livers and ranch dressing in the first round; in the entree round, a small bird and a citrusy spice; the dessert basket contains hot sauce.
Circus Spectacular
S17 E9
The chefs are not exactly tickled pink to find both cotton candy and corn dogs in the first basket; snow cones and popcorn are the featured items in the dessert basket.
Competition Italiano
S17 E10
The appetizer round basket has pasta dough; veal chops and bottarga in the second basket; desserts made with figs.
Redeemed or Re-Chopped?
S17 E11
Four former runners-up seek redemption; the first round features a faux meat and a hot mustard; sour grapes is an appropriate ingredient in the second basket.
Celebrity Holiday Bash
S17 E13
Teri Hatcher, Anthony Anderson, Dawn Wells and Antonio Sabato, Jr. compete in the Chopped Kitchen for a favorite charity.
Fry, Fry Again
S16 E1
The first round features catfish; the entree basket contains a cheese and cherry preserves; the chefs must make a fried dessert.
Cleaver Fever
S16 E2
In the first round the contestants have to work with bacon popcorn; in the entree round, an injury causes one chef to lose valuable time on his lamb dish; the dessert basket contains a mashed treat.
Mix and Mache
S16 E3
An odd mix of ingredients in the first basket includes mache and pickled sausage; the entree round features squid.
Gyro We Go Again
S16 E4
Gyro meat and hearts of palm in the first basket; steak and donuts in the second round; a sticky surprise in the last basket.
Teen Invasion
S16 E6
Chopped's second teen competition; tuna and cereal in the first round; the entree round requires some skilled butchery; dessert features a snack food and an Asian condiment.
Mochi Obliged
S16 E7
The first round basket contains escargot and biscuit dough; in the entree basket, the chefs find an unfamiliar produce and an unappealing pate.
Sweet Surprises
S16 E8
Every basket contains a sweet creation; in the first round, a towering cake; in the second round, a colorful dessert ingredient; the last round, a chocolate treat.
Break a Crab Leg!
S16 E9
The first basket contains ingredients that are difficult to identify; the second basket has a gargantuan seafood surprise; the dessert round basket contains jicama.
Walk on the Whelk Side
S16 E10
The first basket includes whelk snails and lemon bars; the entree round has lamb shawarma dishes; cucumber salad in the dessert basket.
Chopped Family Feud
S16 E11
Two pairs of brothers compete; in the first round, falooda noodles; the entree round, steak and cinnamon rolls; dessert round, a Greek pudding and a Japanese candy.
Extreme Halloween
S16 E12
The first round basket contains a bloody protein; the second round chefs face something gooey and gory.
A Chopped Thanksgiving
S16 E13
Chefs compete to make the best holiday meal from the mystery baskets; reinventing a green bean casserole; a big bird and a frozen orange treat in the second basket.
Heads Up!
S15 E1
The appetizer basket contains a "heady" ingredient; the entree round one chef plays with fire; the final ingredients are yellow rice and persimmon.
Viewers' Choice Baskets
S15 E2
Fans suggested these ingredients including two brightly colored manmade items and a canned product.
Aussie Awesome
S15 E3
First basket, ingredients inspired by Australia; entree round, one chef makes very ambitious plans; dessert basket, lollies and lemon verbena.
Momumental
S15 E5
Four talented moms, who are not professional chefs, take on the challenge; first round, protein and coffee; second round, a grain and a green; final round, nutty and fruity flavors.
Amazing Amateurs
S15 E6
First round, a sea creature; second round, a tuber; final round, crackers and red wine.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner!
S15 E7
The normal rounds are replaced with breakfast, lunch and dinner rounds which include Black Forest bacon, prune juice and mystery ingredients.
Military Salute
S15 E8
Four chefs who have served in the military compete; round one basket contains a freeze-dried surprise; round two, a large loaf, a chop and candy.
Cook Your Butt Off!
S15 E9
Four chefs with incredible weight-loss stories compete; the first basket contains a fatty protein that challenges their health food philosophies.
Better Saffron Than Sorry
S15 E10
A deaf chef enters the competition; four unique interpretations of mussels with saffron; the entree round features a daunting protein and blackberries.
Take Heart
S15 E11
The appetizer round features peppers and pork; the entree round leaves the chefs wrestling with a heart-stopping protein; the dessert basket contains super sweet ingredients.
Chopped All-Stars: Celebrities
S15 E12
First round includes plain vanilla; second round, a crispy and jiggly ingredient; final round, circus peanuts and curry powder.
Wurst Case Scenario
S15 E13
Four chefs hit the ground running in the appetizer round; the entree round contains popcorn balls; the final basket contains berries and oats.
Leftovers Overload
S14 E1
The competitors show off some recipes to use with leftovers.
Chopped Champions: Part 1
S14 E2
First round, a meat dish; second round, sweet dough and an unnerving protein; third round, unripe plantains.
Chopped Champions: Part 2
S14 E3
A seafood delicacy; entrees with peanut butter, jelly and squab.
Chopped Champions: Part 4
S14 E5
Sour apple martini mix; a cut of meat and a sweet wine; two very different desserts made from corn nut and Marashino cherry.
Hecho En The Chopped Kitchen
S14 E6
Appetizer basket, ingredients from Mexico, including pigs' feet and tres leches cake; second basket, goat chops; third basket, yucca and coconuts.
Just For The Halibut
S14 E7
Appetizer round, smoked beef tongue and garbanzo beans; entree round, halibut; dessert round, banana chips and almond butter.
Redemption Intention
S14 E8
First round, a pre-cooked protein and a slimy sea creature; second round, poultry tongue and pineapple.
Chopped All-Stars: Food Network Vs. Cooking Channel
S14 E9
First round, one chef rushes to deliver an appetizer before the clock runs out; second round, one chef's dish is at risk when two people bump into each other; dessert round includes marshmallow and coconut flakes.
Chopped All-Stars: Mega Chefs
S14 E10
First round, sea bass and cream soda; second round, oxtail and labaneh; dessert round, a classic snack.
Chopped All-Stars: Judges
S14 E11
First round, diver scallops; second round, canned pizza sauce; the last two chefs tackle the dessert basket.
Chopped All-Stars: Celebrities
S14 E12
First round includes plain vanilla; second round, a crispy and jiggly ingredient; final round, circus peanuts and curry powder.
Chopped All-Stars Finale
S14 E13
First round, super salty veggie and seafood; second round, cheddar-filled pretzel; final round, freeze dried grapes and marcona almonds.
Class Acts, Too
S13 E2
Ladies from America's school cafeterias compete with surprising ingredients.
No Kidding!
S13 E3
First round features fish fillets and sugary frozen treat; second round features cotton candy and french fries; dessert round features popcorn.
Pigging Out
S13 E4
First basket contains a whole pig's head; second basket contains a nose-to-tail theme; third basket is going to be a tough round.
Bird in the Pan
S13 E5
In the first round, three out of four chefs make a similar choice; in the second round, the chefs attempt to make a Cornish hen dish; the last round will be a surprise after the ice cream machine has a meltdown.
Thirsty for Victory
S13 E6
First round, lump crabmeat and ice cream cones; second round, a sports drink; unusual dessert recipes.
Trout Bout
S13 E7
First basket, brook trout; second basket, candy and kale; final basket, sesame seed buns.
Belly Up
S13 E8
A fish course with cocoa and Japanese peppers; pork belly gets dropped on the floor; ice cream with wheat grass.
Unsung Heroes
S13 E9
Four chefs that use their talents to do good in their communities, compete against each other.
Hecho En The Chopped Kitchen
S13 E10
Appetizer basket, ingredients from Mexico, including pigs' feet and tres leches cake; second basket, goat chops; third basket, yucca and coconuts.
Make No Mistake
S13 E11
Four losers return for another chance; pulpo and fava bean appetizer; an entree cooked with cactus; classic cookies and tangy fruit for dessert.
Untrained, Undaunted
S13 E12
Appetizer round, a sushi platter; entree round, ostrich fillets and blueberry wine; dessert round, two very similar plates.
Sunny Side Apps
S12 E1
Gummy fried eggs in the appetizer; corned beef; sweet-and-sour surprise in the entree; knodel and almond flour in the dessert.
A Guts Reaction
S12 E2
Poultry intestines and red miso in the first basket; candied nuts and kombucha ingredients in the dessert round.
Chocolate Challenge
S12 E3
A romantic gift as the centerpiece in the appetizer basket; thematic ingredient in the second course; molded chocolate novelty in the dessert.
Pride of New Orleans
S12 E4
Familiar and mystery ingredients; chai tea powder in the entree.
All American Competition
S12 E5
Apple pie in the appetizer basket; bourbon for dessert.
Orzo It Seemed
S12 E6
Seafood sausage appetizers; tiny pasta and liqueur in the entree.
Food Network Stars!
S12 E7
Winners of "Food Network Star" compete in the Chopped kitchen to win money for their charity.
Grill Masters: Part One
S12 E8
Cookies and yak steaks in the appetizer; giant surprise in the entree; chocolate and fruit in the dessert.
Grill Masters: Part Two
S12 E9
Hatch chile taffy and Hawaiian blue prawns in the first round; boar entrees; Italian surprises.
Grill Masters: Part Four
S12 E11
Speculoos in the first basket; pork butt and fruit leather entrees; meat lover's worst nightmare in the dessert round.
Grill Masters: Part Three
S12 E12
Opening oysters and frozen blocks of creamed spinach; tropical fruit in the entree; marshmallows in the dessert.
Cake Walk?
S12 E14
Carrot cake and unusual seafood; familiar protein; caramel corn.
Oui, Oui, Confit
S12 E15
Duck confit in the first basket; peanut butter and shrimp entree; frozen ingredient in the dessert basket.
Drawing a Flank
S12 E16
Licorice in the first basket; espresso powder and flank steak in the entree; polenta and sherry in the dessert.
A Bunny Thing Happened
S12 E17
Appetizer basket contains a pink candy surprise; entree round contains a chocolate bunny and an imposing cut of meat; sweet baked good for dessert.
Charge!
S12 E18
Spaghetti in a can; tile fish; cocktail franks.
For Sake's Sake
S12 E19
Ostrich tenderloin appetizers; sable fish and sake; compressed hot dog buns for dessert.
I'm Your Huckleberry
S11 E1
Octopus and huckleberry dishes in the first round; champagne corks and hammers fly in the second round.
Chewing the Caul Fat
S11 E2
Pickle juice in the first round; savoy cabbage and a web of fat.
Good Chop, Bad Chop?
S11 E3
Canned spiced ham in the first basket; lake perch in the entree; avocados; French bakery staple.
Leftovers Extravaganza!
S11 E4
Leftover pizza in the appetizer round; surprise in the entree round; desserts made of cold refried beans.
Plenty of Fish
S11 E5
Tiny Indian gourds; smelly fish product, lutefisk; Chinese sausage and baby eggplants in the dessert.
Sound the Alarm!
S11 E6
Four firefighters battle to become the champ; hot dogs and smoked mozzarella; bison steaks and fire roasted tomatoes.
Ready, Set, Escargot!
S11 E7
Escargot with red jalapenos; Chinese eggplant and ground lamb in the entree.
All Stars: Iron Chefs Do Battle
S11 E8
Beef tendon and crawfish in the appetizer; challenging protein in the entree; black beans and queso fresco in the dessert round.
Yuzu Never Know
S11 E9
Yuzu juice; mystery ingredient; orange and green; spicy surprise.
A Very Piggy Halloween
S11 E11
First round includes snouts; second round includes a hot ingredient and popping candy; lollipops and cereal bars.
Happy Turkey Gizzards Day!
S11 E12
Turkey gizzards in the first basket; everyone steps it up for pumpkin pie in the entree basket; competitors must create chocolatey deserts.
Chopping in a Winter Wonderland
S11 E13
It's holiday time and the chefs open up different baskets to discover ingredients for their holiday-inspired dishes.
All Stars Grand Finale
S11 E15
Beef heart in the appetizer basket; fish and greens in the entree; panforte and pancetta in the final desserts.
Reversal of Fortune
S11 E16
Green goddess salad in the first round; fortune cookies and brazino in the second round; sourdough bread desserts.
The Big Scoop
S10 E1
Four mystery ingredients in the appetizer basket; one competitor loses count; rabbit in the entrée round.
Chop on Through
S10 E2
Fruit and root in the first basket; cut of meat in the entree; cheesy dessert.
Far Far Out!
S10 E3
Processed food in the appetizer basket; Indian snack food in the entree round.
Frozen Fries With That?
S10 E4
Frozen fries in the appetizer round; strange meat in the entree.
Redemption Competition
S10 E5
Four Chopped runners- up compete to win; sweetbreads; root beer schnapps in the entree round.
On the Line
S10 E6
Competitors from different countries; fish in the first two baskets.
Viewers' Choice!
S10 E7
The viewers choose the ingredients; regional meat product in the first round.
All Stars: Iron Chefs Do Battle
S10 E8
Beef tendon and crawfish in the appetizer; challenging protein in the entree; black beans and queso fresco in the dessert round.
All Stars: Prime Time vs. Day Time
S10 E9
Chicken feet in the first basket; difficult protein in entree; giant surprise in the dessert basket.
All Stars: Judge Remix
S10 E11
Goat brains in the appetizer; Berkshire pork and preserved duck eggs.
All Stars Grand Finale
S10 E12
Beef heart in the appetizer basket; fish and greens in the entree; panforte and pancetta in the final desserts.
Grilltastic!
S10 E13
Meat loving competitors with a surprise in the appetizer basket.
Champions' Tournament: Part 1
S9 E1
Four winners return to win again; big challenge in the first round; stinging nettles and antelope in the entree round; pie crust desserts.
Champions' Tournament: Part 2
S9 E2
Pre-made breakfast food in the first round; expensive fish and unusual snack food in the entree round.
Trick or Treat, Chicken Feet!
S9 E3
Candy and chicken feet in the first round; claws in the appetizers; more sweets and uncommon meats in the entree.
Make a Splash!
S9 E4
Sea urchin and cranberry juice in the first basket; canned fruit and pork hock in the entree round; gingerbread dough.
Champions' Tournament: Grand Finale
S9 E5
One two-time champ can claim the prize once again; catfish in the first basket; cherry soda.
Blood Orange Sorbet, Sweat & Tears
S9 E6
Breakfast sausage appetizer; frozen dessert in the second round; fish entrees; sweet fruit with sour beer desserts.
Give It Your All
S9 E7
Thanksgiving competition; maple syrup in the appetizer basket; decor in the entree round made edible?
Make a Splash!
S9 E8
Sea urchin and cranberry juice in the first basket; canned fruit and pork hock in the entree round; gingerbread dough.
Blood Orange Sorbet, Sweat & Tears
S9 E10
Breakfast sausage appetizer; frozen dessert in the second round; fish entrees; sweet fruit with sour beer desserts.
Class Acts
S9 E11
Four school cafeteria chefs compete; dill pickles and canned tuna; quinoa in the entree round.
Yakety Yak, Yak, Yak
S9 E12
Sardines, rice cakes and unusual fruit in the appetizer basket; yak and dried shrimp in the entree round.
Duck for Dinner
S9 E13
Duck comfit in the first basket; mystery ingredient in the entree round; dessert round.
Easy Peasy?
S8 E1
An American staple and Japanese snack in the first basket; crunchy, cheesy surprise in the entree round.
Ladies First!
S8 E2
Outrageous ingredients in the first round; sherry in the entree; vegetables in the dessert round.
Sweet Second Chance!
S8 E3
Four defeated chefs get a second chance; mystery ingredients in the appetizer round; lambs hearts in the entree basket.
My Way
S8 E5
The judges wonder how the chefs' unique experiences will come into play.
A Is for Apple, U Is for Udon
S8 E6
Udon noodles and a brightly colored veggie in the appetizer basket; onions in the dessert.
Trick or Treat, Chicken Feet!
S8 E7
Candy and chicken feet in the first round; claws in the appetizers; more sweets and uncommon meats in the entree.
Give It Your All
S8 E8
Thanksgiving competition; maple syrup in the appetizer basket; decor in the entree round made edible?
The Icing on the Steak
S7 E1
Smoked turkey leg dishes; beef and chocolate frosting in the entree round; banana desserts.
Canned Cheese, Please!
S7 E2
Canned cheese for appetizers; two unfamiliar ingredients in the entree round; vegetable and frozen treat in the dessert round.
Saying Sayonara
S7 E3
Oysters cause problems in the first round; Japanese ingredients during entree; passion fruit desserts.
Gotta Grill!
S7 E4
Grilling with a classic condiment in each round's basket.
Have a Heart
S7 E5
Duck hearts in the second round; a slimy surprise in the entree basket; English tea treat and gelatin candy in the final round.
Bite Your Pickled Beef Tongue
S7 E7
Tongue in the first round; colorful vegetable in the second round; lean meat for a hearty dish.
Go for It!
S7 E8
A Frenchman and an Irishman in the mix; tequila to give the entree dishes a kick; corn tortillas in the dessert basket.
Thyme Flies
S7 E9
Two proteins in the appetizer basket; chaos in the entree round; mushroom dishes.
Nopales, No Problem
S7 E10
Prickly nopales; colorful Chinese product in the entree round.
Victory on the Brain
S6 E1
The chefs prepare goat brains in the appetizer round; turning scraps into delicious entrees.
Prove It On the Plate
S6 E2
Mussels and waffles in the appetizer round; lean meat and a delicate flower for entree; things get sticky in the last round.
Marrowly We Roll Along
S6 E3
Chefs prepare appetizers with marrow bones; labor intensive ingredient in the entree round; frozen ingredient in the dessert basket.
Doughs and Don'ts
S6 E4
Deckle of beef in the appetizer round; the two finalists find marble sized coconuts in the dessert basket.
A Cornish Mess
S6 E6
Peking duck appetizers are a struggle; a simple protein in the entree round is tricky; the second chef is eliminated.
All-Stars Tournament: Part 2
S6 E7
Four Food Network stars' creativity and skills are tested as they cut their teeth on teething biscuits; canned product in the appetizer basket.
All-Stars Tournament: Part 3
S6 E8
Fresh pasta sheets in the appetizer basket; big fish and little crackers are mandatory in the entree course.
All-Stars Tournament: Part 4
S6 E9
Sweet strawberry powder and smoked fish in the appetizer basket; labor-intensive protein in the entree round; finalists embark on the same plan for the dessert round.
All-Stars Tournament: Grand Finale!
S6 E10
Offal in the first-round basket; making comfort food out of the secret ingredients; trail mix in the entree round.
A Cornish Mess
S6 E11
Peking duck appetizers are a struggle; a simple protein in the entree round is tricky; the second chef is eliminated.
Chefs on a Mission
S6 E12
Four competitors from rival cities; firm tofu; sugary surprise creates a creative challenge.
Dream'n of Redeem'n!
S5 E1
Four previously defeated competitors return to prove they aren't losers; challenges include a tough cut of meat and a pungent English condiment; twenty minute time limit.
Wok This Way
S5 E2
The chefs lose confidence during the appetizer round; creativity is brought out in the entree round with mystery ingredients including coconut.
Squashed
S5 E3
Four women compete for the title of Chopped Champion; kabocha and sardines in appetizer round; trouble in the Entree round with cooking the meat thoroughly.
Champions $50,000 Tournament: Part 1
S5 E4
The first four previous winners arrive and compete; Rocky Mountain oysters for appetizers proves to be a challenge.
Champions $50,000 Tournament: Part 2
S5 E5
Four returning champs compete with record speed and confidence; catfish appetizer.
Champions $50,000 Tournament: Part 3
S5 E6
Sweetbreads in the appetizer round may prove to be not so sweet; chicken in the entree round with a hidden secret ingredient.
Champions $50,000 Tournament: Part 4
S5 E7
One spot is left with four more returning champs to compete to get a place in the Grand Finale; something fishy and fishy during appetizer round.
Champions $50,000 Tournament: Grand Finale
S5 E8
Four repeat winners compete for the biggest cash prize in Chopped history; over-sized sea creature and scoop-shop treat in the appetizer round.
50,000 Tournament:Grand Finale
S5 E9
Who is the unstoppable, un-"choppable" champion? Four tenacious repeat winners fight it out for the three-peat and the biggest cash prize in Chopped history!
When Octopuses Attack!
S5 E10
The chefs are given 20 minutes to cook octopus; meat and potatoes in the entree round.
Cornuchopia
S5 E12
Chefs create a Thanksgiving-inspired meal; a cheese spread in the mystery basket; bitter vegetable in the entree round.
Yes, Virginia, There Is a Chopping Block
S5 E13
Gingerbread oysters; big birds to be butchered in the entree round; sweet jarred fruit.
My Froggy Clementine
S4 E2
Frog legs in the appetizer basket; clementines and scotch are found in the dessert baskets.
Jitters & Giant Eggs
S4 E3
One of the competitors faces a case of the jitters; the chefs fight to find new ways to use ground turkey.
Dr. Deckle & Mr. Fried
S4 E4
Three of the four chefs make mistakes with jumbo shrimp in the appetizer basket; a cut of beef presents a challenge in the entree round.
Mussels Mastery & Cotton Candy Can-Do
S4 E5
Mussels appetizers in 20 minutes; whimsical desserts made from cotton candy.
First Things Worst
S4 E6
The chefs show their displeasure at the lack of success in the appetizer round.
Fired Up!
S4 E7
The competitors get fired up when they discover this competition is all about grilling.
Quahog Quandaries & Pickle Puzzles
S4 E8
The judges cheer on a competitor who appears to have given up on a dish.
Quahog Quandaries & Pickle Puzzles
S4 E9
The judges cheer on a competitor who appears to have given up on a dish.
Keep On, Cook'n On
S4 E10
Fresh pasta, sour pickles and a simple cut of meat are among the featured ingredients.
Green Apps and Lamb
S4 E11
The judges have concerns about the first course; one chef attempts to make a complicated sauce.
Crunch Time
S4 E12
Wheat crackers with an unsual fish; the two finalists attempt to make fantastic desserts on time.
Rowdy With a Chance of Meatballs
S4 E13
Perch in the appetizer round; one chef undercooks meatballs in the entree round.
When Chefs Collide
S3 E1
Kumquats and croissants collide in the appetizer round; green beans and ground pork make the entree round difficult.
Oh My Goshi, Umeboshi
S3 E2
Slippery shockers and mistakes keep the judges stunned.
Judge Knows Best
S3 E3
The chefs attempt to cook a fish used for sushi; an unfamiliar condiment complicates the entree basket.
A Nori Story
S3 E4
One chef is challenged by an unfamiliar mystery ingredient; chefs break a fundamental rule in the entree round; the chopped chef has angry words for the judges.
Sticking to It
S3 E5
The chefs learn to recover from setbacks in the appetizer round; one contestant suffers a cut; a chef breaks a plate in the entree round while another breaks tradition.
Flower Power
S3 E7
The contestants find a way to incorporate zuccchini blossoms into their first dishes.
Sweet Redemption
S3 E8
Four previous runners-up return to see who can save face and become the Chopped champion.
Winging It
S3 E9
The chefs race the clock to cook chicken wings in less than 20 minutes.
In a Pinch
S3 E10
The chefs make unusual choices in composing soft-shell crab appetizers.
Raw Enthusiasm
S3 E11
The chefs show their raw enthusiasm for oysters.
Against the Tide
S3 E12
Fish with chocolate; root vegetable; old favorite fruit.
Chopped Liver
S3 E13
Liver, fish and cactus pears are the judges choice for the menu.
Prickly Situation
S2 E1
Competitors discover a spiny surprise in their appetizer baskets; the judges sympathize with a chef in the entree round.
Salty Veggies and Heated Battles
S2 E2
Unusually salty vegetables; Thai chilies; Mexican-inspired desserts.
High Hopes
S2 E3
The judges have high hopes for the group of up-and-coming chefs.
Pride on the Plate
S2 E5
Chefs reveal their cultural heritages through distinctive duck appetizers.
Pretty Please With a Pepper on Top
S2 E6
Piquillo peppers; two of the three remaining chefs make a mistake with snap peas.
Pods, Grills and Sticky Fingers
S2 E7
Edamame, shrimp and time management challenge the chefs.
A Wish Upon a Starfruit
S2 E8
One of the contestants impresses the judges after faltering in the appetizer round.
Buckwheat Blunders and Twists of Fate
S2 E9
The chefs use buckwheat flour to make crepes, crusts and fritters.
Chopped Champions: The Ultimate Face-Off
S2 E10
Past champions return to compete against each other.
Chopped Champions: Best of the Best
S2 E11
Four past winners return to battle for superiority in the kitchen.
Chopped Champions: All Stars Showdown
S2 E12
The reigning champion and three other previous winners return to compete.
Champions: Bring It!
S2 E13
Champions face off for a chance to reclaim the title.
Octopus, Duck, Animal Crackers
S1 E1
Chefs try to impress the judges with their creativity when surprise ingredients are unveiled in the mystery baskets.
Tofu, Blueberries, Oysters
S1 E2
The chefs pull out all the stops to impress the judges with tofu and prosciutto dishes in the first round. Thai chilies and oysters show up in the entree round, and dessert features Gorgonzola cheese and blueberries.
Avocado; Tahini; Bran Flakes
S1 E3
Contestants showcase their skills using avocado, cantaloupe, pecans, bran flakes and brioche bread.
Banana; Collard Greens; Grits
S1 E4
Making dishes from bananas, collard greens and grits.
Yucca; Watermelon; Tortillas
S1 E5
Grace tries to impress the judges using yucca, watermelon and tortillas.
Canned Peaches; Rice Cakes; Beets
S1 E6
The chefs struggle to find a fresh approach with canned peaches in the appetizer round; fruit punch and rice cakes complicate the entree round.
Quail; Arctic Char; Beer
S1 E7
Quail appetizers; arctic char entrees; beer in the mystery basket.
Coconut; Calamari; Donuts
S1 E8
Chefs are nervous serving dishes with coconut, calamari and donuts as ingredients.
String Cheese; Jicama; Gingersnaps
S1 E10
Using string cheese in the appetizer; jicama as an ingredient in the entree; gingersnaps in the dessert.
Jumbo Shrimp; Pepperoni; Cereal
S1 E11
The chefs combine apples with shrimp and peanut butter in their appetizers; cereal dessert.
Chocolate, Mussels and Figs
S1 E12
The chefs find bittersweet chocolate, mussels and figs in their baskets.
Strawberries, Turkey and Gummi Bears
S1 E13
Strawberries, turkey and gummi bears are revealed in the baskets.