Chopped: Castaways (2026)

S1E7 Stay Afloat

Five chefs remain, and the pressure mounts as smart tactics become just as vital as cooking ability. In a daring, high-reward challenge, the Castaways dash into open water to secure their main protein, with the best ingredients waiting far from shore. Some venture into deeper waters, while others stick closer to land, but only the most impressive dishes will advance. The two bottom chefs face off in the Gauntlet for a do-or-die elimination. Battling fierce rivals, brutal elements, and a deceptively simple ground meat, they must perform under extreme pressure to survive. Which Castaway will claim a spot in the finale, and who will be chopped?