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17 Episodes 2017 - 2018
Episode 1
Tue, Jul 18, 2017 60 mins
In the lightning-fast first round, the chefs must create appetizers in just 20 minutes from clams and a sweet dried fruit. Squid ink and a strong-flavored candy are part of the entrée round puzzle. Then, a pie made of beans and an alcoholic drink made with sorbet are two of the mystery basket ingredients for dessert.
Episode 2
Tue, Jul 25, 2017 60 mins
The chefs get some gorgeous crustaceans and a fancy pasta in the first basket. Then, the competitors make the most of an expensive mushroom in Round 2. Finally, one of the last chefs runs into trouble trying to make an apple dessert.
Episode 3
Tue, Sep 5, 2017 60 mins
Food truck chefs compete for the prize.
Episode 4
Tue, Sep 12, 2017 60 mins
The competitors prove waffles are no longer just for breakfast by making them the star of every plate and every round.
Episode 5
Tue, Sep 19, 2017 60 mins
In this special competition, the baskets are filled with comfort foods. The chefs are expected to carry out the comfort theme onto their completed plates.
Episode 6
Tue, Sep 26, 2017 60 mins
The chefs bake pre-made dough and try to figure out the best plan for including a Persian hot dog stew in their dishes. Included: entree plates with prized seafood and a floral component; and beets and a classic French dessert in the final basket.
Episode 7
Tue, Oct 3, 2017 60 mins
The chefs may be spooked by the eerie surprises in their baskets for Halloween. A unique meat platter grabs the competitors' attention at the start of round one, then a frightening ingredient stares back at the chefs from the entrée basket. The two finalists get excited by Halloween candy as they make some creative desserts.
Episode 8
Thu, Oct 19, 2017 60 mins
The chefs make the most of fiery, spicy ingredients in the baskets. Included: a dip made with hot sauce and a spicy piece of poultry; hot raw root in the entree basket; and spicy candy and a baby fruit.
Episode 9
Thu, Oct 26, 2017 60 mins
Strange incarnations of everyday ingredients, like black garlic and coconut vinegar, test the chefs in the appetizer round.
Episode 10
Thu, Nov 2, 2017 60 mins
The first basket is filled with bright, fresh Mediterranean foods, including baby octopus. A prickly green and a meaty fish share the entree basket spotlight. Finally, the ice cream machine and the deep fryer come into play in the dessert round.
Episode 11
Thu, Nov 9, 2017 60 mins
Chefs prepare three courses of flaky, perfect pies. Included: sour gummies and sausage as part of the appetizer round pie puzzle; savory pies that include baby kale in the entree round; and a dessert round with candied ginger in the basket.
Episode 12
Tue, Nov 14, 2017 60 mins
Three Iron Chefs, Marc Forgione, Jose Garces and Alex Guarnaschelli, are set to judge four former champions on a mission to create an incredible Thanksgiving feast. Included: appetizers with turkey in more than one form; an entree featuring another bird; and a final round featuring an epic sandwich and a sweet casserole.
Episode 13
Tue, Nov 21, 2017 60 mins
The chefs get a jolt of energy in the first basket in the form of ground espresso. Sweetbreads are one of the sweet surprises that the competitors must work with in Round 2. And a brightly colored sugary snack must be balanced with black molasses in the dessert round.
Episode 14
Tue, Nov 28, 2017 60 mins
The chefs learn they'll be cooking with ingredients that are bizarre, even by "Chopped" standards. Something slimy and something strangely shaped are found in the first wonderfully weird basket. Garlic ice cream is not the most startling discovery in the entrée basket.
Episode 15
Tue, Dec 5, 2017 60 mins
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.
Episode 16
Thu, Dec 7, 2017 60 mins
The chefs get Southern classic grits in the first basket. An ingredient that is similar to grits is discovered in the second basket. Then, something blue and something boiled are in the dessert basket.
Episode 17
Tue, Dec 26, 2017 60 mins
The competitors find ramps in the first basket, an organ meat and an Italian treat in the second basket, and a popcorn-flavored candy and citrus-flavored stalk in the dessert basket.