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The Best Episodes of Chopped Season 42

Every episode of Chopped Season 42 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Chopped Season 42!

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A high energy, fast paced cooking competition that challenges four up-and-coming chefs to turn a selection of everyday ingredients into an extraordinary three-course meal. After each course, a contestant gets “chopped” by our panel of

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Chopped Season 42 Episode 1 - Thanksgiving Pie, Oh My!
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - Thanksgiving Pie, Oh My!

    S42:E1

    The chefs learn that instead of the usual appetizer, entree and dessert baskets, their Thanksgiving-themed rounds will be sides, turkey and pie -- all Turkey Day essentials! In round one, the competitors hustle to make magnificent side dishes using a strange ice cream and soup made from judge Martha Stewart's recipe. The remaining three chefs must attempt to put a creative spin on their turkey plates. Finally, the promise of pies and tawny port makes for a festive pie round.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Chopped Season 42 Episode 2 - Weird, Wacky, and Wild!
    8.6/10(14 votes)

    #2 - Weird, Wacky, and Wild!

    S42:E2

    The chefs face baskets filled with some of the most bizarre ingredients imaginable. To start, a strange pig part is the bombshell in the appetizer basket. The competitors then open up their second basket to find a fuzzy vegetable and a shocking meat. Finally, the unusual ingredients in the dessert round include an eye opening, oddly named sweet treat.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Chopped Season 42 Episode 3 - Sweet and Salty Success
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    #3 - Sweet and Salty Success

    S42:E3

    The chefs get a sweet and salty theme and are tasked with perfectly harmonizing the quintessential flavor pairing on their plates. In the first round, the competitors must combine a Moroccan pie and a sugary take on bacon. A classic fair snack and an imaginative breakfast food are included in the entree basket. And the judges are hoping for creative, beautiful desserts made from a puzzling final sweet and salty basket.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Chopped Season 42 Episode 4 - Chopped U.
    8.7/10(12 votes)

    #4 - Chopped U.

    S42:E4

    Four college students with a passion for cooking take over the Chopped 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. A caffeinated drink is a featured ingredient in the entree round, although the wildly energetic competitors hardly need it. The two remaining competitors must then make ambitious plans for the peanut butter and banana dessert basket.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Chopped Season 42 Episode 5 - B.L.D.: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner!
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - B.L.D.: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner!

    S42:E5

    The chefs set out to make a whole day's worth of amazing food when the cooking rounds are changed to breakfast, lunch and dinner. Eggs are not in the breakfast basket but the chefs still race to grab them in the fridge. In the second round, the competitors must make terrific mid-day meals with something salty and something reminiscent of a typical American childhood. And the judges hope the chefs who make it to the final round will be able to make lamb dinners to remember.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Chopped Season 42 Episode 6 - Smokin' Skills
    8.6/10(11 votes)

    #6 - Smokin' Skills

    S42:E6

    The chefs are excited to face smoked-food challenges requiring them to make delicious modern dishes with the ancient cooking method. First, a colorful, sweet surprise and a buttery fish are two of the ingredients the competitors choose to smoke in the appetizer basket. The second basket features a lean specialty meat and a spicy liqueur. The two chefs left standing must make do with a fishy candy in the dessert round.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Chopped Season 42 Episode 7 - Clambake Stakes
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Clambake Stakes

    S42:E7

    The chefs set out to make an unforgettable summer feast after learning each challenge will have a clambake theme. In the first round, a colorful cocktail and a gamey sausage help get the party started. The entree basket includes a strange starch and plenty of gifts from the sea. Finally, the competitors who make it to round three get to work with a juicy fruit and something cute.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Chopped Season 42 Episode 8 - Poke Power
    9.0/10(8 votes)

    #8 - Poke Power

    S42:E8

    The chefs race the clock as they attempt to bring dynamic flavors to their dishes including a creative take on poke and some special seafood in round one. A piece of pork not found at your average grocery store is a strange discovery in the entree basket. Finally, the competitors who make it all the way to the dessert round must work with a salty and sweet snack.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Chopped Season 42 Episode 9 - Grills On! Game On!
    8.7/10(13 votes)

    #9 - Grills On! Game On!

    S42:E9

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    Director:Unknown
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  10. Chopped Season 42 Episode 10 - Hotdog Hotshots
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Hotdog Hotshots

    S42:E10

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    Director:Unknown
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Season 42 Ratings Summary

"Thanksgiving Pie, Oh My!" is the best rated episode of "Chopped" season 42. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/20/2018. This episode is rated 8.6 points higher than the second-best, "Weird, Wacky, and Wild!".