Season 53

01 Grilling on the Edge Episode 118th October 2022 Four chefs with a talent for live-fire cooking bring their passion to the Chopped kitchen. Second-guessing in round two leaves one chef confused about the main protein, and the two finalists must make dessert plates that include a dough and a fancy fruit. 02 Tiny But Mighty Episode 225th October 2022 The chefs turn dainty ingredients into petite dishes that don't skimp on taste, presentation or creativity. Tiny sausages and an adorable breakfast item show up in the appetizer basket, and the dessert round includes an unusual berry and a baby vegetable. 03 Social Showdown Episode 31st November 2022 They may be hot on social media, but four online cooking stars have to prove they have what it takes to compete in the Chopped kitchen. The appetizer round proves tough for one competitor, who runs into trouble with the mussels in the basket. 04 More Cheese, Please! Episode 48th November 2022 Please, pile on the cheese! The chefs find cheese in every basket and have to make it the star of every plate. They impress the judges with their talent and speed in the appetizer round, raising expectations for the courses to come, and a wild comfort food hybrid proves challenging in round two. The final two chefs take some risks in the dessert round, but will their sweetly cheesy desserts come together in time? 05 Thankful for Teachers! Episode 515th November 2022 It's Thanksgiving and class is in session! Four beloved teachers get the chance to compete for the title of Chopped Champion. In the first Turkey Day basket, they find something fried and something shaped like a pumpkin. 06 Buzzworthy Bizarre Baskets Episode 622nd November 2022 The baskets are loaded up with ingredients that have the chefs shaking their heads in disbelief. The first basket features a cut of pork not available at the local supermarket, and the chefs contend with a wild stew and a savory cake in the entree round. 07 Gargantuan Surprises Episode 729th November 2022 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. 08 Grandmas' Grand Holiday Episode 86th December 2022 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.