NinjaAF161 Max XL Air Fryer that Cooks, Crisps, Roasts, Bakes, Reheats and Dehydrates, with 5.5 Quart Capacity, and a High Gloss Finish, Grey

Been having this fryer for 2 weeks now and it has NOT rested yet. I LOVE IT & wonder how I've gone this long w/out one. Before I start bragging on this thing, I am by no way endorsed by Ninja or getting paid by them. I've owned a few Ninja products blenders and still have one that's over 10 years old. They make quality machines. This fryer is a life & time saver...especially if you're a lazy cook. I have been researching air fryers for the past few months and nothing comes close to the Ninja. The basket size isn't the large 5+ quart capacity like the bigger fryers, (Ninja is only 4qt), but this thing cooks so fast you won't miss the extra 1 qt. It comes w/ a crisper that works perfectly, a recipe book and a multi-layer rack. The first night I had it I made wings and I tell you that I will NEVER buy fried chicken again!!! Yes, they were that crispy and tasted much better. I bought the Louisiana fried chicken flour from Walmart, battered the wings, spritzed w/ a little olive oil and had fried chicken in 10 minutes. No greasy mess, no 3rd degree burns from hot oil, and your house doesn't smell like a chicken joint for 4 days afterward. Because the Ninja uses a ceramic coating on their fryers the clean up is very easy. Next, I made sweet potato fries! Had a bag of frozen ones in the freezer and popped those babies in for 10 min. They were crispier than McDonald's. I tried homemade fries but the procedure takes too long. You have to peel, slice, soak potatoes, dry them...I'm just ready to pop them in the fryer and eat! It has been nonstop air fryer cooking in this house! I hit youtube to get a few recipes and it's been on ever since. What I like best about this fryer is it has a dehydrator feature and how fast it cooks. Frozen chicken wings? No problem! Throw them in the fryer for 10 minutes and they're defrosted. I've cooked pizza, fries, wings, reheated food, fried zucchini, and tonight I baked a chocolate cake. Everything came out perfect! Next up is donuts! The only thing I don't like about this fryer is 30 seconds after it finishes cooking it shuts off. I know this is a safety feature but I always have more items to cook. In 2 weeks, I have used my microwave twice, and that was to reheat coffee. Before I forget, I did cinnamon rolls too! I used the canned Pillsbury ones and it normally takes 20 min in the oven. In the Ninja? 8 minutes and that's if you like them brown. I actually could have stopped it at 5 min and they would be perfect. My house smelled like a Cinnabon factory!😛 I have used every feature on this fryer except the dehydrator but I'll be making beef jerky soon. Overall, I am VERY pleased! The best selling feature was the price & the size. The Ninja is much slimmer than some of the bulkier fryers and fits under my cabinet nicely. I'm also happy it only used 1500W unlike some of the larger fryers that burn 1800 which could kill your light bill. The outside of the fryer doesn't get hot so you won't have to worry about getting burned but do take caution when taking your food out. Is it loud? My exhaust fan on my stove is louder than the Ninja. The extension cord on it is long so you don't have to worry about being limited on where you can place it. I think I've covered everything? This thing is THE BOMB! If you're wondering what cookware you can use, just about anything you place in a microwave you can put in the Ninja. I went to the Dollar Tree and bought a few 7" foil pans I use to reheat food & bake in. Also, grab you some silicone tongs while you're there so you don't scratch the surface of your fryer. This thing has been almost as good as a kid getting a new bike for Christmas. You will NOT be disappointed w/ this purchase. Happy & healthy cooking!

This air fryer does it all! With four versatile cooking functions—Air Fry, Roast, Reheat, and Dehydrate—it’s like having multiple appliances in one. Whether I’m crisping up fries, roasting veggies, or making homemade dried fruit snacks, it handles each task with ease. It delivers crispy, delicious results with way less fat—perfect for guilt-free indulgence. The temperature range (105°F–400°F) gives me total control, and the 4-quart basket is perfect for family portions. Plus, cleanup is super simple thanks to the nonstick, dishwasher-safe parts. It’s functional, reliable, and makes healthy cooking fast and fun. The wide temperature range is great for everything from dehydrating snacks to roasting veggies, and the 4-quart size is ideal for family meals. Each function has a clearly labeled button (Air Fry, Roast, Reheat, Dehydrate), so there’s no guesswork. The digital display makes it easy to adjust time and temperature with just a few taps.

I really like my Ninja Air Fryer XL 5.5 qt. capacity.I use it almost every day.I have used Ninja Air Fryer to cook some of the recipes you can find from several sources.But I have also adapted some of my recopies for the Ninja Air Fryer.Some of those recopies are:Quiche, I’ve made several types and the families enjoys them.Frittata, I’ve made several types and the families enjoys them.I haven’t made a souffle or a strata yet, but they are on my list of things to make.I also have made lasagna and Meatloaf, see notes below.NOTES:I have found that the time to cook is much shorter than an oven and doesn’t heat the kitchen as an oven would. Since the preheat is 3 minutes (which is much shorter in time than an oven), which means I am cooking earlier than in an oven.The lasagna I use the Wilton Non-Stick Mini Loaf Pan Set (set of 3). In each of the pans I have made a vegetarian lasagna; a spicy lasagna and a classic lasagna. Each pan makes 2 servings and satisfies several family members.The meatloaf I use the Wilton Mini Loaf Pan (set of 3) and each pan I can vary ingredients to satisfy several family members.I hope you enjoy your Ninja Air Fryer as much as I do.