Home cooks across the UK are rushing to snap up a newly discounted air fryer from Ninja, which promises to solve the perennial Christmas dilemma of limited oven space. The appliance, capable of fitting an entire 1kg chicken, is now on sale for a reduced price.
The Festive Kitchen Saviour
The Ninja Air Fryer 4.7L has seen its price drop from £99.99 to just £79.99 directly from Ninja Kitchen. Its key selling point is a spacious 4.7-litre single drawer, which is large enough to accommodate a whole chicken weighing up to one kilogram. This makes it a compact yet powerful alternative for roasting during the busy festive period, requiring little to no oil for operation.
Beyond the classic roast, the device is versatile enough to handle a wide array of holiday favourites. This includes crispy roast potatoes, pigs in blankets, parsnips, chips, and jacket potatoes. A significant advantage is speed; air fryers typically heat up in minutes and can often finish cooking before a conventional oven even reaches its required temperature.
Why Air Frying is Booming
The surge in air fryer popularity is closely linked to the rising cost of energy. By heating a much smaller volume than a traditional oven, these appliances use significantly less power. Combined with faster cooking times, it's estimated that an air fryer can reduce energy use by around 60% compared to a standard oven.
The Ninja model reviewed is praised for its space-saving design. It doesn't dominate the worktop and can be easily stored in a cupboard, making it ideal for individuals, couples, or small families. It can also act as a valuable supplementary cooker when preparing large meals for gatherings.
Shoppers have left glowing reviews for the product. One confirmed, "It's advertised to fit a whole 1kg chicken and I can confirm it can, which was impressive." Another user noted, "I have tried roast, pastries, wings and chips, and everything turned out great with using little to no oil."
Considering Your Needs
The main limitation of this 4.7L model is its single-drawer design, which limits capacity for larger families wanting to cook multiple items simultaneously. For those needing more space, two alternative deals are highlighted.
The Ninja Air Fryer Max with a 6.2-litre capacity has been slashed from £169.99 to £89.99 on Amazon. Alternatively, the Tefal Mega Air Fryer boasts a huge 7.5-litre capacity and is also reduced, available for £63.99 on Amazon.
This Ninja air fryer also functions as a dehydrator and reheater, and comes with a recipe guide. The trend is further supported by the growing number of online recipes and specific air-frying instructions now found on many packaged foods.
