Four returning champions try to impress Food Network superstar Bobby Flay for a chance to compete against him for $50,000! In the first round, an oven mishap leads to an alarming situation. An American classic in frozen form threatens to stump the chefs in the entree round, and the two champs who remain for the dessert round must make big plans for a candy-themed tart and a peculiar popcorn product.

Four Chopped champs compete for a spot in the tournament finale to take on Food Network superstar Bobby Flay and score $50,000! In this preliminary battle, the first basket includes champion-caliber ingredients like an anything-but-basic burger. The three chefs in round two have ambitious plans for their dishes, and a green veggie is part of the puzzle in the dessert round.