Best YouTube Chef Influencers in the US for Culinary Inspiration (2025)

Published: April 2, 2025

Explore a curated list of influential YouTube chefs from the US, showcasing diverse culinary styles from Southern comfort to Mediterranean flavors. These creators offer engaging content with easy-to-follow recipes and cooking tips. To explore more influencers, visit our platform.

Nano(1K-10K)

Combines restaurant reviews with exclusive recipes and cooking adventures.
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Restaurant Reviews | Recipes | Cooking Techniques

YouTube Channel Description: 🔥 Welcome to the Chef Stu Channel – Where Food & Flavor Collide! 🍽️🔥 You're in the right place if you love mouthwatering restaurant reviews, next-level recipes, and behind-the-scenes food adventures! I’m Stu Okeeffe, a chef & food enthusiast bringing you honest reviews, pro cooking tips, and the best eats around the country. ✅ Restaurant Reviews – No fluff, just real-deal food opinions! ✅ Exclusive Recipes – Chef-crafted dishes you can make at home. ✅ Behind-the-Scenes – Cooking techniques, foodie finds, and more! Subscribe now & let’s explore the best food together! 🍗🔥🍔 📍 New videos every Tuesday! 🎙️ Check out my podcast: Dont Let It Stu https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-let-it-stu/id1732870524 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @chefstuartokeeffe #Foodie #RestaurantReviews #BBQLover #ChefLife #FoodVlog

6.8K
followers
186
posts

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Micro(10K-100K)

Southern flavors made simple with easy recipes and home cooking tips.
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Southern cooking | Easy recipes | Home cooking tips

Welcome to "Off the Chain with Joe," where we bring the comforting flavors of the South straight to your kitchen! Join me, Joe, as we explore delicious recipes that I grew up eating, all while making them simple and accessible for everyone to enjoy and eat better at home. On this channel, you'll discover many Southern classics with a twist, easy-to-follow cooking techniques, and tips to elevate your home cooking game. From gumbos to crispy fried favorites and everything in between, I'll show you how to bring the taste of the South to your table with ease. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, you'll find inspiration and satisfaction in every recipe. Subscribe now and hit the bell icon to never miss a recipe! And OH YEAH OH YEAH THAT'S OFF THE CHAIN! Get my All purpose seasoning here - https://otcjoe.com/products/off-the-chain-ap-all-purpose-seasoning

43.5K
followers
117
posts
Culinary tips and meal prep guidance with a focus on cookbook promotion.
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Culinary tips | Meal prep | Cookbook promotion

Instagram/TikTok @ChefShaiheem Collab/Partner : info@theguiltyplateco.com Buy my Cookbook : https://linktr.ee/TheChefShaiheem

10.6K
followers
153
posts
Offers approachable recipes for everyday cooking, focusing on simplicity and flavor.
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easy & approachable recipes | everyday home cooking

Hi! I'm Chris Joe (CJ), a third generation Chinese-American who has always loved cooking & eating! Find all my recipes at www.cjeatsrecipes.com! Welcome to CJ Eats' Youtube Channel, where you can find easy & approachable recipes for the everyday home cook. All written recipes and links to recommended ingredients and tools are on my website at www.cjeatsrecipes.com

29.0K
followers
272
posts
Shares Italian-inspired recipes with a focus on Pastina and Calabrian chili delights.
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Italian-inspired recipes | Cooking tips

Follow along for all your Pastina, Calabrian chili, and other Italian-inspired recipe needs NJ and Brooklyn

27.2K
followers
74
posts

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Macro(100K-1M)

Detroit chef shares food culture insights, empowering self-expression through cooking.
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food | culture | cooking

Hi! I'm Jon. I'm a chef based out of Detroit. I used to run a secret kitchen here before COVID and was on my way to opening a small restaurant here too. Now I'm a full time content creator hoping to teach people about food, culture with a mission to empower people to express themselves though food.

635.0K
followers
892
posts
Southern cooking enthusiasts sharing family recipes with heartwarming, step-by-step guidance.
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Southern cooking | Family recipes | Cooking tips

We're Tammy and Chris Nichols, and this is our little corner of the internet where we share our love for Southern cooking, passed down through generations and seasoned with a whole lot of heart. Pull up a chair at our virtual table, where biscuits rise golden brown, collard greens simmer soulfully, and laughter and good times always bubble over. We'll be showing you how to whip up classics like fried chicken and cornbread, explore hidden gems of Southern cuisine, and even throw in a few surprises along the way. So, grab your spatula and get ready to cook up some memories with Collard Valley Cooks! Discover secrets and tips while learning how to cook traditional Southern foods with Tammy's incredible family recipes. She teaches with step-by-step instructions and includes tips and secrets that her mama taught her. "Cooking Like Mama Did." SUBSCRIBE ► https://www.youtube.com/@CollardValleyCooks?sub_confirmation=1 -

586.0K
followers
1.0K
posts
Young NYC chef offers vibrant cooking lessons and seasonal recipes with media flair.
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cooking lessons | seasonal recipes | food media

Ciao everyone!!! Alessandra Ciuffo here, a passionate 23-year-old chef living in New York City. Entering in the food media space at a young age, I have always been one with a lot of energy and excitement around learning, creating, and talking about all things food. I was on my first cooking show on Food Network at age 12, won an episode of Guy's Grocery Games at age 15, and have appeared on 5 episodes of the Rachael Ray Show. After graduating from business school, I decided to purse my passion for food by attending the Institute of Culinary Education. Thanks to the support of my amazing 1M+ community, I am now a full time content creator as well as a freelance recipe developer at Delish magazine. I am excited to share with you my chronicles as a young NYC chef, cooking for family, friends and professional work. Expect cooking 101 lessons, seasonal recipes and other fun projects!! So grab your culinary passports, and join me in this ride. Don't forget to subscribe :)

526.0K
followers
438
posts
High-energy beginner cooking channel with creative spins on everyday recipes.
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Beginner cooking | Creative recipes | High energy

Hello, my name is Cordarrius, I’m 31 years old, and from Texas! I am the founder of Cord and the Kitchen. On this channel, my goal is to help anyone who is a super beginner with cooking, and those that want to put a creative spin on every day recipes. If you enjoy food as much as I do, you will love this channel! You have high energy, tons of sarcasm and humor, and a community feel. So if you haven’t already subscribed, I promise you after a few videos, you’ll be HOOKED! Thanks for tuning in!

155.0K
followers
261
posts
Homemade, easy-to-make recipes shared with love and community spirit.
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homemade recipes | easy cooking

Hello my name is Karina and behind the camera is my husband Javier. I live in California with my husband and our 2 boys. Here you will find all types of homemade recipes that are easy to make and delicious 😋 I encourage you to watch my videos, learn, and share with your friends and family. Lots of love, Kari 💕 Para recetas en Español, sigue mi otra cuenta de YouTube: https://youtube.com/@karireceta P.S. Please be kind to one another. Any vulgar, derogatory, and mean-spirited comments will be blocked and deleted. Thank You! 😊 I have a PO BOX now!!! If you want to write me a letter or send me something: Karina P.O. BOX #8632 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701-9998

449.0K
followers
701
posts
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Plant-based nutrition and vegan cooking expertise from a registered dietitian.
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Plant-based recipes | Nutrition tips | Vegan cooking

Nisha Melvani MS RD - Plant-based Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Master's Degree in Nutrition (Columbia University), Culinary School Graduate (Trained Vegan Chef), Published Cookbook Author (Practically Vegan Cookbook).

728.0K
followers
392
posts
Easy recipes and entertaining tips from a seasoned cooking tutorial creator.
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Cooking tutorials | Entertaining tips | Easy recipes

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661.0K
followers
656
posts
Simplifies cooking with easy-to-follow tips and healthy recipes for home chefs.
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cooking tips | healthy recipes | easy cooking

Professional chef here to help make cooking easy! I teach the basics of cooking, in a way that is super easy to understand and duplicate in your own kitchen! Follow for cooking tips, tricks, and easy healthy recipes!

156.0K
followers
585
posts
Delivers soul food recipes with clear, step-by-step cooking instructions.
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Soul food recipes | Cooking techniques

Hello and welcome to my channel! Soul Food Cooking is where I share some of my favorite recipes with you. My videos focus on the food and I show you exactly what you need. I try to provide clear step by step instructions to my recipes to make it easy for you. Subscribe to my channel it's FREE! #SoulFoodCooking #SoulFood

260.0K
followers
485
posts
Celebrates Mediterranean flavors with easy, healthy recipes for modern lifestyles.
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Mediterranean recipes | Healthy cooking | Quick meals

Easy, trusted recipes with big Mediterranean flavors! The Mediterranean Dish is the top and best website / resource for modern Mediterranean recipes & the Mediterranean diet. See more: https://TheMediterraneanDish.com. My name is Suzy Karadsheh, Chef and New York Times Bestselling Author, and here on The Mediterranean Dish, you will find easy, wholesome, and healthy recipes that celebrate the bold flavors of the Mediterranean from Southern Europe, to North Africa, and the Middle East. I am a true daughter of the Mediterranean. I was born on the coast of Egypt in the bustling cosmopolitan city of Port Said, the North entrance of the Suez Canal, & just a boat ride away from Italy, Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Palestine and Israel. Learn how to make Greek food, Italian food, Moroccan, Middle Eastern, adapted with a modern twist for all the busy cooks and moms out there! Most of our recipes abide by the Mediterranean diet, but please consult a doctor for your dietary needs.

487.0K
followers
868
posts

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Mega(1M+)

Culinary entertainment with food challenges and engaging cooking tutorials.
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Culinary entertainment | Food challenges | Cooking tutorials

Official page of Last Meals, Mythical Chef Josh, and the Mythical Kitcheneers. Pick up official Mythical Kitchen merch at https://mythical.com/collections/mythical-kitchen Join the Mythical Society: https://www.mythicalsociety.com/ Follow Mythical Kitchen: Instagram: https://instagram.com/mythicalkitchen Mythical Chef Josh's Instagram: https://instagram.com/mythicalchefjosh Follow Mythical: Instagram: https://instagram.com/mythical Facebook: https://facebook.com/mythical Twitter: https://twitter.com/mythical Website: https://mythical.com

3.6M
followers
1.1K
posts
Explores baking secrets and New Orleans cuisine with engaging, detailed tutorials.
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Baking | New Orleans cuisine | Cooking tutorials

Hey Guys!! I’m sure you found me here from TikTok! I want to start by saying thank you all for y’all love and support! I would’ve never made it this far with out y’all! After going viral on TikTok but am limited to quick videos I decided to make this you tube to go into further detail of baking, recipes, and teach y’all some basic but secret tricks and skills to make the perfect dessert. I will also go into details of cooking New Orleans cuisine and great recipes that are created by state and culture! So check it all out and LETS GO!! Follow Me on my other social media below https://beacons.ai/ralphthebaker

1.3M
followers
411
posts
Shares authentic Korean recipes, emphasizing food enjoyment and cultural connection.
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Korean cuisine | Cooking recipes | Food sharing

Hi! I'm Maangchi! My channel is all about cooking, eating, and enjoying Korean cuisine with your family and friends. Cooking wholesome and delicious food and sharing it with loved ones is very important for me, so here you'll find the best of my best recipes. If you like food, and like sharing food with other people, we're going to be instant friends! Thank you for your interest in my recipes & take care!

6.5M
followers
576
posts
Preserves Chinese culinary heritage through family recipes and cooking stories.
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Chinese recipes | Family cooking stories

🥢Chinese recipes from our family to yours!🥢 My dad, Chung Sun Lau, has been cooking Chinese food for over 50 years - as a teenager fending for himself in Guangzhou, as the head chef of his own restaurant in New York, and as a loving father in our home. And now that he is retired, I’ve made it my mission to share the hundreds of Chinese recipes and life stories stowed away in his head. Visit https://madewithlau.com for all of our recipes and blog posts! My dad was born & raised in Guangzhou, China, before eventually leaving his life behind and immigrating to New York in 1981, in pursuit of a better life for his future family. Following his father's footsteps, he opened a successful Chinese restaurant of his own a few years later. Subscribe for stories, techniques, & recipes that have been handed down in our family for generations. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the world of Chinese cuisine, there is something here for everyone. letswoktogether@madewithlau.com

1.7M
followers
594
posts
Hosts Asian cooking show with diverse tutorials and vegan recipe options.
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Asian cuisine | Cooking tutorials | Vegan recipes

Hi, Everyone! Welcome to Asian at Home! Asian at Home is a cooking show hosted & directed by myself, Seonkyoung Longest. Visit https://SeonkyoungLongest.com for Written Recipe & Nutritional Facts! Good luck and have fun in your kitchen!

2.2M
followers
840
posts

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