The next new MasterChef episode is listed for Wednesday, July 15, 2026. One source also shows it as Season 16, Episode 9 , with the usual time slot noted as 7 p.m. Central.

What’s next

  • Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
  • Episode: Season 16, Episode 9.
  • Timing: 7 p.m. Central / 8 p.m. Eastern in the U.S. broadcast listing.

Small caveat

The scheduling sources don’t fully agree on every detail, so the date is the most solid part of the answer. The July 15 listing appears in multiple sources, which makes it the best current estimate for the next new episode.