Chopped Season 33 Episode 1 Best Laid Pans ( Air Date 2017-03-21 ) Genre Reality category. Overview "A big setback leaves one chef unsure whether her sausage and okra appetizer will come together on time and as planned. Savory pie and a fresh Italian cheese meet on the chefs' entree plates. Then, peppers and pears pair up in an exciting dessert round.".