Desperately Seeking Sous-Chef: Battle 2 (S52E09)

Title: Desperately Seeking Sous-Chef: Battle 2 Plot: Eager to secure a position in a renowned Chopped judge's restaurant, four ambitious chefs step into the kitchen ready to prove their culinary skills. Judges Maneet Chauhan, Scott Conant, and Chris Santos closely observe each contestant, critiquing their dishes to identify who has what it takes to become a sous chef. As the first round unfolds, tensions rise with time slipping away. In the entree challenge, contestants must skillfully break down whole chickens, and with a prized dessert ingredient from Scott’s favorites in the final basket, they’ll need to impress. The victor will move on to the finale, vying for a coveted opportunity.