OT: Ninja foodi-air fryer/grill

sherry7899 · 02-11-21, 08:50 AM

I am debating buying this model. Our Cuisinart indoor grill (probably ten years old) will likely die soon, and I'm curious about an air fryer. I want to use it for healthy recipes, like the ones from Gina's Skinnytaste blog and cookbook. I'm sure my son will use it for the processed foods, though -sigh

I don't ever cook steak. I would use the grill for chicken, turkey cutlets and fish, and vegetables.

Does anyone have this one or something similar:

https://www.ninjakitchen.com/exclusi...-indoor-grill/

I should have a good amount of Amazon Visa reward points coming so I may
order it from there. I'm also thinking of just getting the more basic model since it is less expensive and smaller, since there are just two of us. I am also thinking of this one because the reviews seem better. There seem to be issues with the touch screen on the larger one.

https://direct.ninjakitchen.com/16/p...crosite/ogxix/

I like that I can cook from frozen since my planning skills aren't great these days.

Thank you!
Sherry

MathTeacher · 02-11-21, 09:41 AM

We have the 4-1 Ninja Foodi from Walmart. It cost $169.

We love ours and have used it almost every day since we got it. I wanted it to cook meat, but we use it for vegetables just as much. DH even made meatloaf in it.

fanofladyvols · 02-11-21, 11:13 AM

I don't have that brand but I really enjoy the air fryer for fish and veggies!

Mine is on the smaller side so the only drawback to that is having to cook in batches but since it doesn't take long it's not a big deal for me to wait until my batch is ready while everyone is settling in.

sherry7899 · 02-11-21, 11:29 AM

Thank you both!

Has anyone used the grill to make
quesadillas? I usually use a cast iron pan, so I don't know if the grill can match that flavor.

bzar · 02-11-21, 11:33 AM

there's an air fryer thread in the recipe box forum in case anyone wants to check it out.

fanofladyvols · 02-11-21, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sherry7899

Thank you both!

Has anyone used the grill to make
quesadillas? I usually use a cast iron pan, so I don't know if the grill can match that flavor.

It's awfully hard to replicate that kind of flavor.
I will probably stick with preparing quesadillas on the stove with my cast iron griddle.

sherry7899 · 02-11-21, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fanofladyvols

It's awfully hard to replicate that kind of flavor.
I will probably stick with preparing quesadillas on the stove with my cast iron griddle.

That is what I thought.

Rhonda · 02-11-21, 12:44 PM

We have the one in your second link. We bought it before the bigger one was made. We love it. I cook with it a lot. I seem to use the grill part more often than the air fryer but have used it.

If I were to do it again, I would get the bigger model, even thought it is just the two of us. There are times I want to do veggies and meat on the grill but can't because it is too small so I have to cook in batches.

It has been a great investment unlike the instant pot, which I don't like and feel like it is a waste of money.

sherry7899 · 02-11-21, 01:14 PM

Thanks, Rhonda! I would like to grill vegetables as well as chicken or salmon at the same time.
I have to measure my space and make sure I have the counter space.

I actually use my Instant Pot frequently.

Pam61 · 02-11-21, 04:45 PM

Sherry, I have the Ninja from the second link you posted (with Grill, Air Fryer, and bake setting.)

I can't tell you how many things I burn in that thing, ha! I've gotten good with grilling, but Air Fry is tricky, as is the bake.

I've tried cornbread and cakes in a small round 8 or 9 inch pan. The middle is always doughy. I was successful with brownies. ;-)

Air Fry you really have to watch closely. My french fries always get burned around the edges, while tater tots are okay!

I do like the Grill for frozen chicken breasts, but hamburger patties really shrink up!

My DH says I should pitch my Ninja in the garbage.

I'm also always setting off the smoke alarms!

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02-11-21, 08:50 AM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	OT: Ninja foodi-air fryer/grill I am debating buying this model. Our Cuisinart indoor grill (probably ten years old) will likely die soon, and I'm curious about an air fryer. I want to use it for healthy recipes, like the ones from Gina's Skinnytaste blog and cookbook. I'm sure my son will use it for the processed foods, though -sigh I don't ever cook steak. I would use the grill for chicken, turkey cutlets and fish, and vegetables. Does anyone have this one or something similar: https://www.ninjakitchen.com/exclusi...-indoor-grill/ I should have a good amount of Amazon Visa reward points coming so I may order it from there. I'm also thinking of just getting the more basic model since it is less expensive and smaller, since there are just two of us. I am also thinking of this one because the reviews seem better. There seem to be issues with the touch screen on the larger one. https://direct.ninjakitchen.com/16/p...crosite/ogxix/ I like that I can cook from frozen since my planning skills aren't great these days. Thank you! Sherry __________________ "Say you are tired and you will be. Believe you are strong and you are." (Sean O'Malley) The cat in my avatar is my sweetheart named Bonkers

02-11-21, 09:41 AM
MathTeacher Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Arkansas	We have the 4-1 Ninja Foodi from Walmart. It cost $169. We love ours and have used it almost every day since we got it. I wanted it to cook meat, but we use it for vegetables just as much. DH even made meatloaf in it. __________________ In a world where you can be anything, be kind.

02-11-21, 11:13 AM
fanofladyvols Join Date: May 2004 Location: Modify City, State of Fierce	I don't have that brand but I really enjoy the air fryer for fish and veggies! Mine is on the smaller side so the only drawback to that is having to cook in batches but since it doesn't take long it's not a big deal for me to wait until my batch is ready while everyone is settling in. __________________ Don't just work hard, work smart....Pat Head Summitt Never give up on your body!-- Miranda Esmonde-White Word/Guiding Principle for 2024: Embrace: embrace my faith, my family, my friends, myself, the process, the progress, the hard work, the strength program I choose, the recovery methods and rest I need, my life, the good times, and the memories of good people.

02-11-21, 11:29 AM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	Thank you both! Has anyone used the grill to make quesadillas? I usually use a cast iron pan, so I don't know if the grill can match that flavor. __________________ "Say you are tired and you will be. Believe you are strong and you are." (Sean O'Malley) The cat in my avatar is my sweetheart named Bonkers

02-11-21, 11:33 AM
bzar Exchange Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: PalmTreeVille	there's an air fryer thread in the recipe box forum in case anyone wants to check it out. __________________ ~jeannine Miyagi: Wax on, right hand. Wax off, left hand. Wax on, wax off. Breathe in through nose, out the mouth. Wax on, wax off. Don't forget to breathe, very important. [walks away, still making circular motions with hands] ~ Pat Morita, The Karate Kid, 1984 disclosure: in the years 2002-2004 i had a professional relationship with a distributor of fitness videos; see profile.

02-11-21, 12:44 PM
Rhonda Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: MI	We have the one in your second link. We bought it before the bigger one was made. We love it. I cook with it a lot. I seem to use the grill part more often than the air fryer but have used it. If I were to do it again, I would get the bigger model, even thought it is just the two of us. There are times I want to do veggies and meat on the grill but can't because it is too small so I have to cook in batches. It has been a great investment unlike the instant pot, which I don't like and feel like it is a waste of money.

02-11-21, 01:14 PM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	Thanks, Rhonda! I would like to grill vegetables as well as chicken or salmon at the same time. I have to measure my space and make sure I have the counter space. I actually use my Instant Pot frequently. __________________ "Say you are tired and you will be. Believe you are strong and you are." (Sean O'Malley) The cat in my avatar is my sweetheart named Bonkers

02-11-21, 04:45 PM
Pam61 VF Supporter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The Ocean State!	Sherry, I have the Ninja from the second link you posted (with Grill, Air Fryer, and bake setting.) I can't tell you how many things I burn in that thing, ha! I've gotten good with grilling, but Air Fry is tricky, as is the bake. I've tried cornbread and cakes in a small round 8 or 9 inch pan. The middle is always doughy. I was successful with brownies. ;-) Air Fry you really have to watch closely. My french fries always get burned around the edges, while tater tots are okay! I do like the Grill for frozen chicken breasts, but hamburger patties really shrink up! My DH says I should pitch my Ninja in the garbage. I'm also always setting off the smoke alarms! __________________ Pam April Focus: Linda Stejskal Wooldridge (Barlates) Dean Pohlman (Man Flow Yoga) April 8th Everyday Yoga Four Week Challenge Jessica Smith Cardio Walks/Pilates Fusion Lee Holden Qi Gong 30 Day Challenge