Chopped: Castaways (2026)

S1E5 You're on Your Own, Kid

The competition takes a turn as each chef must go it alone. To find their baskets, they navigate the thick jungle with just a compass, where any wrong move wastes precious cooking time. In the first round, every chef must define their personal style, crafting a dish that balances creativity with self-reliance under pressure. During the Gauntlet, the bottom two chefs face a tense elimination, struggling through early setbacks and a tough protein that tests their composure. Who will step up, and who will be chopped?