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NBC Cancels Yes, Chef! After One Season Struggles

3/13/2026

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National Broadcasting Company (NBC) canceled the cooking competition Yes, Chef! after one season that premiered in April 2025.
The series featured 12 chefs guided by Martha Stewart and José Andrés, competing for a $250,000 prize.
The program drew 1.5 million viewers and a 0.14 rating in the key demographic, contributing to NBC's cancellation.
NBC will replace Yes, Chef! with established series such as America’s Got Talent and American Ninja Warrior.

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National Broadcasting Company (NBC) canceled the cooking competition Yes, Chef! after one season that premiered in April 2025.
The series featured 12 chefs guided by Martha Stewart and José Andrés, competing for a $250,000 prize.
The program drew 1.5 million viewers and a 0.14 rating in the key demographic, contributing to NBC's cancellation.
NBC will replace Yes, Chef! with established series such as America’s Got Talent and American Ninja Warrior.