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The Best Episodes of Chopped Season 53

Every episode of Chopped Season 53 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Chopped Season 53!

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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 53 Episode 1 - Grilling on the Edge
    7.7/10(8 votes)

    #1 - Grilling on the Edge

    S53:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Chopped Season 53 Episode 2 - Tiny But Mighty
    7.6/10(10 votes)

    #2 - 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 an adorable breakfast item show up in the appetizer basket, and the dessert round includes an unusual berry and a baby vegetable.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Chopped Season 53 Episode 3 - Social Showdown
    8.4/10(7 votes)

    #3 - Social Showdown

    S53:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Chopped Season 53 Episode 4 - More Cheese, Please!
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - More Cheese, Please!

    S53:E4

    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?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Chopped Season 53 Episode 5 - Thankful for Teachers!
    8.3/10(9 votes)

    #5 - Thankful for Teachers!

    S53:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Chopped Season 53 Episode 6 - Buzzworthy Bizarre Baskets
    8.2/10(7 votes)

    #6 - Buzzworthy Bizarre Baskets

    S53:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Chopped Season 53 Episode 7 - Gargantuan Surprises
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Chopped Season 53 Episode 8 - Grandmas' Grand Holiday
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 53 Ratings Summary

"Grilling on the Edge" is the best rated episode of "Chopped" season 53. It scored 7.7/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/18/2022. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Tiny But Mighty".