Top Chef: Last Chance KitchenSeason 1
As they vie for "Top Chef" title, ousted chefs battle "Last Chance Kitchen." The one with the least impressive dish must leave for good, while the victors move one step closer to rejoining the main competition.
Where to Watch Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen • Season 1
12 Episodes
- Andrew vs. JanineE1
Andrew vs. JanineChallenge: The final two chefs to be eliminated during the qualifying rounds were given 30 minutes to cook a pizza. Andrew: Mediterranean Pizza with Anchovies, Capers, Fried Calamari & Arugula Janine: Fig Pizza with Parmesan-Asiago, Soppressata, Arugula & Black Garlic - Keith vs. RichieE3
Keith vs. RichieChallenge: The chefs were asked to prepare a dish using at least three ingredients provided from the leftovers of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Keith: Turkey & Sweet Corn Hash, Ham Fritter, Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin Pie Smear Richie: Turkey, Green Bean Casserole, Macaroni & Cheese Fritter & Cornbread Purée - Whitney vs. Dakota vs. NyeshaE6
Whitney vs. Dakota vs. NyeshaChallenge: The chefs cooked dishes with cactus as the main ingredient, using only a wok, in 30 minutes. Dakota: Shrimp Tostada with Watermelon & Prickly Pear Shooter Nyesha: Asian-Style Scallops with Prickly Pear Garnish, Cilantro & Thai Basil Whitney: Cactus & Chicken Fried Rice with Sriracha & Soy Sauce - Nyesha vs. HeatherE7
Nyesha vs. HeatherChallenge: The chefs had 30 minutes to create a dish using three different cooking techniques: frying, injecting, and foaming. Nyesha: Brown Butter Foam & Beignet Injected with Caramel Sauce Heather: Fried Gulf Shrimp Injected with Smoked Paprika & Porcini Mushroom Foam - Nyesha vs. Chris C.E8
Nyesha vs. Chris C.Challenge: The chefs had 30 minutes to create a dish using ingredients found in a gas station with a budget of $20. Nyesha: Beer-Glazed Smoked Sausage with Pork Rind Tuile & Chili Cheese Sauce Chris C.: Togarashi Spiced Tomato Soup with Spicy Pork Rinds, Grilled Cheese with Fried Ham & Pickle - Nyesha vs. Ty-LörE9
Nyesha vs. Ty-LörChallenge: The chefs had 30 minutes to make a pastry dessert with the help of a sous-chef. Assistants were chosen from the remaining eliminated cheftestants. Nyesha chose Heather, and Ty-Lör chose Chris C. Nyesha: Coconut & Lime Tart with Coconut, Crème Fraiche Mousse & Caramel Sauce. Ty-Lör: Puff Pastry with Dark Chocolate Mascarpone Cream, Vanilla Bean Rum Cherries & Caramel Sauce - Nyesha vs. BeverlyE10
Nyesha vs. BeverlyChallenge: The chefs had 30 minutes to create a dish using black drum. The chefs were only allowed to go through the Top Chef kitchen once to gather all necessary ingredients and equipment. With 23 minutes remaining, Colicchio instructed the chefs to switch stations and surrender all ingredients to their opponent. Beverly: Seared Black Drum with Oranges, Fennel & Black Olives Nyesha: Seared Black Drum with Julienne of Tri-Pepper, Slaw & Pineapple Chutney - Beverly vs. Chris J.E11
Beverly vs. Chris J.Challenge: The chefs had 30 minutes to make a dish that incorporated all of the ingredients found in a "mystery box", which could not be opened until the timer started. As the challenge progressed, the chefs were given two additional ingredients to use in their final dish. Beverly: Grilled Lamb Chop with Parsnips, Curry, Radicchio & White Anchovy Vinaigrette Chris J.: Grilled Lamb Chop with Sweet Purée, Radicchio Salad with Pancetta, Pine Nuts & Apple - Beverly vs. GraysonE12
Beverly vs. GraysonChallenge: The chefs had 30 minutes to cook a dish worthy of competing in the finale. Beverly: Red Snapper in Coconut Broth Infusion with Lemongrass, Ginger, Thai Basil & Cilantro Grayson: Bacon Seared Scallop with Cherry & Champagne Grapes Gastrique, Pistachio & Tarragon