The BEST episodes of MasterChef (US) season 10

Every episode of MasterChef (US) season 10, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of MasterChef (US) season 10!

Award-winning chef Gordon Ramsay, acclaimed chef Aarón Sánchez and renowned restaurateur Joe Bastianich put a new batch of talented home cooks through a series of challenges and elimination rounds.

Last Updated: 12/16/2024Network: FOXStatus: Continuing
London Calling (2)
star
7.70
206 votes

#1 - London Calling (2)

Season 10 - Episode 23 - Aired 9/11/2019

The top four chefs travel to the historic Hatfield House, where they must cook a venison dish.

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The Finale (2)
star
7.67
184 votes

#2 - The Finale (2)

Season 10 - Episode 25 - Aired 9/18/2019

The finalists must execute a superior three-course meal for the judges. Only one will win the title of MasterChef, an opportunity to learn hands-on in each of the judges’ restaurants and the $250,000 grand prize.

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The Epic 10th Season Auditions (1)
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7.63
220 votes

#3 - The Epic 10th Season Auditions (1)

Season 10 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/29/2019

Thirty-six home cooks arrive with the intent of being placed in the Top 20, but the contestants must pass the audition rounds and impress the judges to earn the coveted apron; the contestants hope to earn a valuable "Judges' Pass."

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Family Reunion
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7.62
195 votes

#4 - Family Reunion

Season 10 - Episode 21 - Aired 8/28/2019

Loved ones of the top seven watch the contestants make their favorite family-inspired dishes.

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Mind Blowing Food
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7.59
195 votes

#5 - Mind Blowing Food

Season 10 - Episode 18 - Aired 8/14/2019

The cooks are introduced to Grant Achatz, who shows the them the art of unconventional plating.

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One Pan Wonder
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7.58
205 votes

#6 - One Pan Wonder

Season 10 - Episode 20 - Aired 8/21/2019

TV host Daphne Oz reveals the contents of the week's mystery box challenge to the top eight, leaving the contestants 60 minutes to create an elevated one-pan dish using the cast iron pan.

Tag Team Tears & Tantrums
star
7.57
195 votes

#7 - Tag Team Tears & Tantrums

Season 10 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/11/2019

With two eliminations on the line, the pressure is on for the losing team in the tag-team challenge.

Gordon Takes on a Tarte
star
7.55
204 votes

#8 - Gordon Takes on a Tarte

Season 10 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/27/2019

The remaining home cooks face another elimination challenge in which they have 60 minutes to closely replicate the dish du jour, tarte Tatin that must be prepared with silky crème anglaise sauce, or risk surrendering their apron and going home.

The Finale (1)
star
7.53
200 votes

#9 - The Finale (1)

Season 10 - Episode 24 - Aired 9/18/2019

Returning from their home towns after a whirlwind trip across the pond, the Top Three home cooks are ready to tackle their final dishes in hopes of crossing the finish line and coming out on top!

London Calling (1)
star
7.49
215 votes

#10 - London Calling (1)

Season 10 - Episode 22 - Aired 9/4/2019

The top six chefs travel to London and must feed 36 diners; two chefs face elimination.

10th Season Pool Party!
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7.49
207 votes

#11 - 10th Season Pool Party!

Season 10 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/19/2019

In two teams of nine cooks, the Top 18 prepare for a 10th anniversary-themed pool party by preparing food for 100 important guests that include former "MasterChef" winners and contestants, but only one team can earn immunity.

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Backyard BBQ
star
7.49
197 votes

#12 - Backyard BBQ

Season 10 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/18/2019

The cooks have 60 minutes to present their best beef dish to the judges.

Auditions: The Battle Round (2)
star
7.49
187 votes

#13 - Auditions: The Battle Round (2)

Season 10 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/5/2019

Only eight aprons are left for the hopeful home cooks to earn so they can pass through the audition rounds, where they have less than 45 minutes to prepare their signature dish and leave the judges wanting for more before the Top 20 are chosen.

Hot & Spicy
star
7.48
193 votes

#14 - Hot & Spicy

Season 10 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/26/2019

Model Alessandra Ambrosio offers input for the Top 17's next mystery box challenge, which includes an additional twist that throws some cooks off balance, but only 15 home cooks can be chosen to continue on to the next round.

Small Dessert, Big Problems
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7.44
184 votes

#15 - Small Dessert, Big Problems

Season 10 - Episode 15 - Aired 8/1/2019

Special guest judge Candace Nelson gives the home cooks 75 minutes to create one dozen macarons.

Gerron's Wedding
star
7.44
200 votes

#16 - Gerron's Wedding

Season 10 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/17/2019

The home cooks split into two teams to prepare 45 meals for Gerron Hurt's wedding.

King of the Crabs
star
7.43
193 votes

#17 - King of the Crabs

Season 10 - Episode 12 - Aired 7/24/2019

The top 13 must break down Alaskan king crabs; the contestants cook for chef Masaharu Morimoto.

NASCAR - Finish Line Feed
star
7.43
205 votes

#18 - NASCAR - Finish Line Feed

Season 10 - Episode 16 - Aired 8/7/2019

The top 10 contestants test their speed in a special team challenge at the Irwindale Speedway, where they have 75 minutes to cook for 101 race car crew members.

Someone's Toast
star
7.42
184 votes

#19 - Someone's Toast

Season 10 - Episode 13 - Aired 7/25/2019

Contestants must create a sweet dish and a savory dish from a surprise ingredient; an elimination.

Pigging Out
star
7.41
194 votes

#20 - Pigging Out

Season 10 - Episode 19 - Aired 8/15/2019

The cooks produce a dish with their own version of homemade sausage in less than an hour.

Gordon's Mystery Box
star
7.41
212 votes

#21 - Gordon's Mystery Box

Season 10 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/12/2019

The Top 20 must quickly demonstrate their culinary expertise before they encounter their first mystery box challenge, where they must create a Ramsay-inspired dish, but only 18 home cooks can progress further in the competition.

Let Them Eat Cake
star
7.38
190 votes

#22 - Let Them Eat Cake

Season 10 - Episode 14 - Aired 7/31/2019

In under 75 minutes, the contestants must replicate a cake for the judges.

Box in a Box in a Box
star
7.37
201 votes

#23 - Box in a Box in a Box

Season 10 - Episode 17 - Aired 8/8/2019

The contestants face a mystery box challenge with more mystery ingredients than ever before.

Joe Takes a Risk
star
7.33
211 votes

#24 - Joe Takes a Risk

Season 10 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/10/2019

The top 16 cooks fight for immunity in a challenge to create an authentic three-course Italian meal.

The Blind Chicken Show
star
7.26
210 votes

#25 - The Blind Chicken Show

Season 10 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/20/2019

The team who failed to impress the pool party guests are given only 45 minutes to completely break down a chicken and prepare it into a delectable dish, but one contestant will be forced to surrender their apron after the timer runs out.