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1.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Epic BLT Battle
(2022)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The chefs are challenged to make a bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich inspired meal while using the ingredients that have been prepared for them in their baskets which include creamy comfort foods and items that vaguely taste like lettuce.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Marc Murphy, Justin Sutherland, Brooke Williamson
Votes: 5
2.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Skilfish Coping Skills
(2020)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The chefs open the appetizer basket to find a peculiar pâté; in round two, the chefs work with a fish that they have never cooked before.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag, Geoffrey Zakarian
Votes: 5
3.
Food Network Star (2005– )
Episode:
Potlucks, Cakes and Wedding Challenge
(2007)
TV-G | 120 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
In this 2-hour premiere of the Season 3, the 11 finalists arrive in New York City and are immediately thrown into the kitchen. Their first challenge is issued by non other than ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Vivien Cunha, Amy Finley, Bobby Flay, Susie Fogelson
Votes: 10
4.
Cupcake Wars (2009–2018)
Episode:
Vintage Cupcakes
(2010)
TV-G | 43 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Modern ingredients meet the classic cupcake in this challenge.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Justin Willman, Florian Bellanger, Jake Blecha, Justin Blecha
Votes: 6
5.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Tiny but Mighty
(2022)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The chefs receive a challenge to use small basket items to make dishes without skimping on the flavor or creativity, but it's up to the judge is to determine if the pint-size portions can compare to the mighty main plate counterparts.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Amanda Freitag, Marc Murphy, Justin Sutherland
Votes: 5
6.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Meal of Fortune
(2022)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The fanciest ingredients are provided to the chefs in golden baskets, who face the daunting challenge of rising to the occasion to make the judges some of the best upscale meals, which must include caviar potato chips and veggies.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Brooke Williamson, Geoffrey Zakarian
Votes: 6
7.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Cauliflower Power
(2020)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Cauliflower is the veggie of the moment and the undisputed star of this Chopped battle. In the first round, the chefs must use the ubiquitous carb substitute in their dishes along with a funky Mexican delicacy.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Esther Choi, Marc Murphy
Votes: 7
8.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Quail Without Fail
(2020)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The chefs attempt to use barbecued beef intestines and spiny cacti in their appetizers. They will also make quail entrées using Australian seasoning, and they use a jar of Mexican caramel ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Chris Santos, Geoffrey Zakarian
Votes: 6
9.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Frying Times
(2020)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
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 wild sundae brings fun to an exciting dessert round.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Marc Murphy, Geoffrey Zakarian
Votes: 6
10.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Crunch Time
(2010)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The appetizer basket's ingredients get the chefs pondering ballgame fare.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Steven Tempel, Michele Ragussis, Madison Cowan
Votes: 26
11.
Cupcake Wars (2009–2018)
Episode:
Tree Lighting
(2010)
TV-G | 43 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Cupcake bakers vie to have their creations displayed at a Hollywood event.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Justin Willman, Florian Bellanger, Jake Blecha, Justin Blecha
Votes: 6
12.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Takeout Takedown
(2022)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Repurposing takeout foods, such as pizza and Chinese food, is the challenge the chefs are up against as they open their ingredient baskets.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Amanda Freitag, Antonia Lofaso, Chris Santos
Votes: 5
13.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
In the Fans' Hands
(2022)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four chefs prepare dishes using tougher or stranger than usual basket ingredients chosen by the viewers.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Nilou Motamed, Marc Murphy
Votes: 5
14.
Chopped After Hours (2014– )
Episode:
After Hours Revisits Carnival, Redemption and Thanksgiving
(2015)
TV-G | 30 min
Ted Allen joins the chefs to cook ingredients from a carnival-theme basket. Later, he tackles red snapper and traditional Thanksgiving foods.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag
Votes: 6
15.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Eat Your Veggies!
(2019)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Martha Stewart, the queen of farm-to-table cooking, is excited to judge a competition with gorgeous garden goodies in every basket.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Alex Guarnaschelli, Marcus Samuelsson, Martha Stewart
Votes: 8
16.
Cupcake Wars (2009–2018)
Episode:
George & Ann Lopez Charity Golf Tournament
(2010)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
In the series premiere, top bakers create their most impressive cupcakes, while competing for a chance to have their sweets served at a celebrity golf tournament, hosted by comedian George Lopez.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Justin Willman, Florian Bellanger, Jake Blecha, Justin Blecha
Votes: 10
17.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
All Stars: Iron Chefs Do Battle
(2012)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Part 1 of 5. Four world-class Iron Chefs go, head-to-head, competing for charity. They must use beef tendon and crawfish in their appetizers; a challenging protein in their entrées; and black beans in their desserts.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Marc Forgione, Jose Garces, Cat Cora
Votes: 14
18.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Chopped Family Thanksgiving
(2014)
TV-G | 43 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four judges become competitors in a battle with a Thanksgiving theme. Included: Maneet Chauhan, Alex Guarnaschelli, Marc Murphy, Chris Santos are given hominy and gummy turkey feet in appetizer round.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag, Aarón Sánchez
Votes: 14
19.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Cocktail Party
(2017)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Cheers to a fabulous first -- a Chopped cocktail party! The chefs are preparing small plates as well as creative drinks in every round of this special competition.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag, Lauren Gerrie
Votes: 9
20.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Under the Cuban Sun
(2018)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four chefs with personal connections to Cuba cook with a variety of Cuban foods. Butchering a whole fish gives one chef a lot of trouble in round one, and a jarred version of a favorite Cuban sauce appears in the entree basket.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, David Guas, Chris Santos
Votes: 10
21.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Chopped Champs Throwdown: Finale
(2018)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four repeat champs are back for the chance to win $50,000. The first basket has a seafood delicacy that requires thoughtfulness, and the two remaining chefs face off in a dessert round with a basket that is fittingly difficult.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag, Marc Murphy
Votes: 11
22.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Pasta Possibilities
(2019)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four chefs face carb-tastic challenges that include pea tendrils, a fatty fish, a common vegetable and a huge, sweet surprise.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag, Evan Funke
Votes: 11
23.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Bacon, Burgers and Beer!
(2019)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The chefs' baskets are packed with bacon, burgers and beer! The competitors go in some inventive directions with their bacon appetizers, and round two is an adrenaline-packed burger battle with a fun take on onion rings.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Angie Mar, Marcus Samuelsson
Votes: 10
24.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
$50,000 Champs Challenge: Grand Finale
(2020)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
These returning Chopped Champion chefs have to develop tantalizing dishes while incorporating very unique mandatory basket items. The appetizer round will include mixed oca, seaweed salad, ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag, Giorgio Rapicavoli
Votes: 9
25.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Take the Cake
(2019)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four chefs fight to avoid getting chopped by using mandatory ingredients scallops, galangal, marsh snail vinegar, and croissant tacos to create an appetizer. The entrée round must include ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Alex Guarnaschelli, Marcus Samuelsson, Geoffrey Zakarian
Votes: 7
26.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Booza Blues
(2020)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The chefs attempt deviled ham spread in the first basket and sweet booza ice cream in the second.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Amanda Freitag, Marc Murphy, Geoffrey Zakarian
Votes: 5
27.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Bring It!
(2009)
TV-G | 43 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
You won't believe what happens in the final competition in the all-stars series, when four Chopped Champions face off for a chance to reclaim the title and bank another $10,000.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Cody Utzman, Darius Peacock, Diane Dimeo
Votes: 20
28.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
$50,000 Tournament: Grand Finale
(2010)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Who is the unstoppable, un-"choppable" champion?
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Jason Zukas, Marc Anthony Bynum, Ric Orlando
Votes: 16
29.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
All-Stars Tournament: Part 4
(2011)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The tables have turned! Chopped judges become Chopped competitors.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Geoffrey Zakarian, Aarón Sánchez
Votes: 22
30.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Greater Gator
(2022)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Alligator is the surprise ingredient in the first basket of the race and the chefs must compete to see who can make it most tender and flavorful, before they tackle the challenges that test their skill, creativity, and time management.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Antonia Lofaso, Chris Santos
Votes: 6
31.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Chopped All-Stars: Judges
(2013)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Part 3 of 5. An "All-Stars" tournament continues with four Chopped (2007) judges (Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag, Alex Guarnaschelli and Marc Murphy) putting their cooking skills to the test,... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag, Alex Guarnaschelli
Votes: 18
32.
Chopped After Hours (2014– )
Episode:
After Hours Revisits Teens, Leftovers and Pigs Feet!
(2014)
TV-G | 30 min
The judges try their luck at creating dishes, using baskets that confounded the contestants.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag
Votes: 6
33.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Halloween Hijinks
(2018)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
All manner of spooky fun is found in the first basket, including a scary sight in a martini glass and macaroni and cheese in a clever package. A witch's cauldron holds a green, savory ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Alex Guarnaschelli, Martha Stewart, Geoffrey Zakarian
Votes: 8
34.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Thankful Siblings
(2018)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
For the first time ever, host Ted Allen and his sister -- plus three judges and their siblings -- crowd the kitchen for a wild Thanksgiving competition!
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Scott Conant, Tiffani Faison, Chris Santos, Ted Allen
Votes: 11
35.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Meat Your Match
(2019)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four female butches must break down a large piece of beef while they size up a sweet salad in the first basket, find fresh chickpeas in the second basket and a face third savory round.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Alex Guarnaschelli, Marc Murphy, Kari Underly
Votes: 8
36.
Queer Eye (2003–2007)
Episode:
He's a Little Bit Country: John B
(2003)
TV-14 | 43 min | Comedy, Reality-TV
The Fab Five help urban cowboy John create a dream proposal for his girlfriend.
Director: David Metzler | Stars: Kyan Douglas, Ted Allen, Jai Rodriguez, Thom Filicia
Votes: 19
37.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Viewers Rule
(2019)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The chefs gear up for difficult baskets when they find out that Chopped viewers have selected all their ingredients.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Marcus Samuelsson, Chris Santos
Votes: 9
38.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Grill On! Game On!
(2019)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
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.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Moe Cason, Maneet Chauhan, Amanda Freitag, Ted Allen
Votes: 10
39.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
So Sumac Me!
(2019)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Minced meat and something sweet are part of the appetizer round puzzle. Will sumac and a super salty curve ball in the second basket leave the chefs wondering what to make? The dessert round proves nothing is ever easy on Chopped.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Alex Guarnaschelli, Marcus Samuelsson, Chris Santos
Votes: 10
40.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Holy Bologna
(2019)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Chefs get creative making dishes using unusual ingredients such as bologna cake, snow fungus soup, stroopwafels, and kransekake. Chefs struggle during the second round when having to ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Amanda Freitag, Geoffrey Zakarian
Votes: 9
41.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Soda Flop
(2020)
TV-G | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Chefs compete to create appetizing dishes without getting chopped. The appetizer round must include the ingredients of fish heads, pea shoots, white asparagus, and chicken pot pie. The ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, David Burtka, Amanda Freitag, Marc Murphy
Votes: 11
42.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Easy Peasy?
(2011)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four English chefs face off to see who will be headed back with big money.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Andy Bates, Lotte Duncan, Tristan Welch
Votes: 18
43.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Sweet Second Chance!
(2011)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four previously-defeated chefs get a second chance at the $10,000 prize!
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Lance Nitahara, Yoanne Magris, Siggy Sollitto
Votes: 28
44.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
All Stars: Grand Finale
(2012)
TV-G | 43 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The final round of the All-Stars Tournament finds four celebrity chefs preparing beef heart, panforte and pancetta while competing to win $50,000 for their favorite charity.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Jeffrey Saad, Marcus Samuelsson, Penny Davidi
Votes: 15
45.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
All-Stars Tournament B: Part 1
(2015)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Part 1 of 5. An all-stars tournament begins with chefs Madison Cowan, Eric Greenspan, Brian Malarkey and Art Smith competing for a spot in the $75,000 finale. Basket ingredients include something slimy and a beautiful fish.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Madison Cowan, Eric Greenspan, Brian Malarkey
Votes: 13
46.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Pork on the Brain
(2018)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Everyone goes hog wild in the Chopped Kitchen as the chefs take on a pork-themed competition. A cut of heritage-breed pork is paired with a questionable canned product in the entree round, sending the chefs in creative directions.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Amanda Freitag, Chris Santos, Adam Sobel
Votes: 10
47.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Think Small
(2018)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
The chefs are excited to find a small plates theme in effect for their competition, while the judges -- including Martha Stewart -- are expecting modern, creative dining experiences in every round.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Marc Murphy, Chris Santos, Martha Stewart
Votes: 9
48.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Chopped Champs Throwdown: Battle 1
(2018)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Four Chopped champions are back in pursuit of $50,000. The appetizer round is as exciting as they come, and a fire extinguisher is used for the first time in Chopped history. The dessert basket gets a "wow" from everyone.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Alex Guarnaschelli, Marc Murphy, Chris Santos
Votes: 9
49.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Chopped Champs Throwdown: Battle 4
(2018)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Chopped champs compete for a chance to make it to the grand finale to fight for $50,000. Red snapper in the entree basket must be filleted in a snap, and pastries and pops in the dessert basket challenge the remaining competitors.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Scott Conant, Alex Guarnaschelli, Marc Murphy
Votes: 9
50.
Chopped (2007– )
Episode:
Bar Fight
(2019)
TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Bartenders who love to cook compete in this special competition. An outrageous cocktail is the centerpiece of a fun first basket, and in the entree round, a potato dish prompts two contenders to grab more spuds from the pantry.
Director: Michael Pearlman | Stars: Ted Allen, Maneet Chauhan, Amanda Freitag, Chris Santos
Votes: 9