Ninja Foodi 11in1 smartlid Multi Cooker Chicken stew | Pressure cooker mode

[@janetlewis4944]

Hi Lindz I,ve had my 11 in 1 for 18 months, love it, nice to have some recipes to follow, please keep them coming xx

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Janice 💜 I thought I'd start with some simple basics and plan on doing a lot of one pot or pot in pot recipes. If there's anything you'd like to see let me know x

[@janetlewis4944]

Thank you so much, one thing I can't master in it is a pastry tart, 🌞

[@Oliias]

I've had my Ninja Foodi for 6 years now and from the word go, other owners all warned about the pressure cooking function being poor when it came to reaching a proper heat. The way around it is to heat the pot on another function before setting out to pressure cook. I wasn't sure if that would still be needed on the new Foodi that you have. You mentioned the non-stick pot and that's one thing I love about the Foodi. When they say non-stick, they ain't lying & absolutely nowt has ever stuck to mine. Your chicken looked nice and soft......yum. Cheers

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Mark 💜 thank you for the tip I found with my other multi cooker it's best to heat them up a bit or use boiling water. The non stick bowl is amazing so far x

[@Tony-jc4su]

Thats why i like my cosori the release button is separate from the main vent. Just think its a great saftey feature. Looks good anyway. Nice one .🥰👍

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Tony 👋 That does sound like a brilliant feature and much safer x

[@nicolasmith1460]

Yup me too. Another vote for the cosori. Very affordable and brilliant. Partic if you already have an air fryer. The cosori is same as Foodi minus the air fryer functions. So I steam a whole chicken in my cosori and then brown it in my air fryer. Takes under half the time of oven cooking and the best chicken in the world! Looking forward to your vids Lindz. There’s always space for another machine!!

[@LindzandLife]

@nicolasmith1460 I must say I wish I'd looked into the cosori before I liking the sound of them. The air fryer function on this ninja is extremely loud 😳 x

[@Mazza240]

I place my ninja 15 in 1 on the hob on a large wooden board. That way the steam goes out with the extraction fan.

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Mary 👋 I do also but unfortunately can't when I'm filming x

[@Mazza240]

@@LindzandLife aw that’s a shame. Hopefully you can get your hands on a converter 🤞

[@pikricky]

Good one Lindz,stew looks amazing,I'll share that with my son as he's always looking for ideas for his Ninja and I might have a go in myself in my Instant Pot Xx

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Ricky 💜 Thank you for that. I'm starting off with some simple basic home cooking and we'll get into more complex stuff later on x

[@kevinthomas8417]

A very honest and practical review. So liking the fact that you can caramalise the onions and seal the chicken without the need to use a hob. Just keep the lid open on some heat setting. As Mazza240 suggests, cover your hob and place the Ninja under the cooker hood to get rid of the steam at the end of pressure cooking. But here's the thing. I am redesigning my kitchen and for the past 1 year and 25 weeks have not used any gas to cook with. These devices such as the Ninja are rewriting what a kitchen will be and how you lay it out. So why bother with an all in one oven (Hob, Oven, Grill) when you can buy a combination microwave to do the same. Or two. Install a Ninja, or two. And to accommodate the high humidity install two extractor hoods. You wouldn't think twice in a laboratory of having two fume cupboards if you needed them. And steam! Well that's physics. At nearly 100 degrees Celsius the steam will scald you instantly. And a full size oven is only really necessary if your cooking an 18lb turkey or a spit roast pig. Devices like these Ninja or combination ovens can also be pretty heavy, so finding a permanent place for them is useful rather than mauling them around and placing them under a cooker hood. As for the time it takes to reach pressure, that's physics too. That's offset by the space saving of the device. Didn't like the amount of water under the lid and would have concerns cleaning it after every meal. Keep up the good work in your reviews. They are a pleasure to watch.

[@welshpam1958]

A great energy saver & a very tasty meal 😀 👏

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Pam 💜 I think the energy saving and quickness is so good plus more nutrition is kept in by pressure cooking so I've read x

[@Tony-jc4su]

I've already got a ninja dual zone 7.6 ltr air fryer so the cosori was a add on for pressure cooking and steaming.perfect.combination.

[@LindzandLife]

I absolutely couldn't be without either Tony verdict is still out on this new ninja x

[@bobpunton6694]

Once again Lindze you have inspired me

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you Bob 💜 I'm glad you've been inspired x

[@lilacjay]

Hi Lindz, Funnily enough, I made chicken stew today in my slow cooker. We prefer it in that, if we do it in the IP it just has too much water. Of course, I can fix that. It was interesting to see how the 11in 1 functions, I am waiting on the 15 in 1. Incidentally, I saw that these this version is only £150 today. Which is a bargain for anyone interested. Thanks for the video, have fun with it. x

[@annettesharrock1236]

Hi Lindz another great recipe. Another recipe to try thanks😘xx

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you Annette 💜 x

[@annettesharrock1236]

@@LindzandLife 🥰

[@Suzco123]

That looks yummy Lindz, nice one. 😊 I agree the multi pot takes a while to get up to pressure. I usually do stuff in the pot 1st to get it hot, also any liquid I add straightaway from a freshly boiled kettle, still takes a while to build up but not quite so long as when added cold. Usually I just get myself a brew and watch KZbin videos while I wait 😄

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Suzco 💜 I definitely agree with heating up or using hot liquid I'm loving the pressure cook function But very disappointed with the air fryer function its extremely loud I thought there was something wrong with it but apparently its normal. I spent a lot of time drinking tea so that's not a problem 😀x

[@janicehartley8525]

That looked delicious Lindz, well done ❤

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you Janice 😊 💓 x

[@ANTHONYCooper-b8e]

Good one LINDZ watching this made me very hungry it looked delicious 😊❤

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you Anthony 💜 x

[@rockportreds4847]

Looks yummy ! Can’t wait to use mine

[@cblaney3931]

You've reminded me of the thing I never understood about pressure cookers back in the 80s - yes they cooked quickly, but when you added the time they took to get up to pressure, they weren't always quicker. BUT, I like the look of what you made today, and I doubt that would have been done quicker the conventional way. All we ever seemed to do was potatoes (no shock seeing as I'm part Irish lol)! Another great video!

[@LindzandLife]

Hi lovely 👋 Your first name doesn't come up so I hope you don't mind being called lovely? I know some have taken offence. Can't beat potatoes done by pressure cookering they taste completely different and brings back lovely memories of my nans dinners 😋 x

[@cblaney3931]

Don't mind at all. Gosh, people get upset by the most unusual things!! I'm all for nice memories. @@LindzandLife

[@LindzandLife]

@@cblaney3931 You get to hear it all on here 🤣x

[@davidsanderson1891]

Hi lindz. That looks a lovely stew .and a nice bit of kit...looks like we saving up .take care. Shan and dave....the oldies

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Dave and Sharon 💜 my favourite couple the verdict is very much still out on this I'm not happy with the air fryer function it's extremely loud. I'll do a honest review on it when I've pushed it through its paces xx

[@davidsanderson1891]

@@LindzandLife thank you ..we left a message on your lasagna video too

[@cblaney3931]

If you're in the UK, QVC has a good deal on the 11 in 1. 3 easy pays and if you don't like it you can send it back within 60 days @@davidsanderson1891

[@daveyeddie8176]

Chicken Stewpendous! Love it👌

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Davey 💜 I love that stewpendous 🤣x

[@carolinechaney3287]

Boil the kettle & add that water as it cuts the time for the pressure build up.

[@barbsdee3831]

I have one of these and I am terrible at using it. You’ve inspired me to look up more recipes. Thank you. Btw please don’t use vegetable oil it’s really toxic and is linked to causing macular degeneration and heart disease 😢 olive oil and butter is a great alternative 😘

[@lynngreenwood201]

Hi Lindz, I discovered a good way to divert the steam when you first release it, is to hold a ladle upside down over it. Hope this helps.

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you Lynn 💜 I appreciate the tip and will definitely try that x

[@henryschotte99]

hi henry from aussi have not seen the ninja you are using ,will have to google it and where it can be bought from ,lovely meal though😋😋

[@Patricia-u8d3d]

Hi Linz, will the steam affect the heating coil in the lid over time do you think ? X😊

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Patricia 👋 That's a really good question and possibly might happen. One thing I know for sure is the air fryer function is unbelievably loud it sounds like a jet engine taking off x

[@tonette6592]

Mine i7-in-1still being underused.I have to experiment more., Although the speed and tenderness can't be beat. I do enjoy your personality ,Lindz!

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you, lovely 💜 my verdict is still out on this model mainly because the air fryer function is extremely loud x

[@tonette6592]

@@LindzandLife Goodness!

[@geogen1426]

Good job Lindz 👌

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you George 💜 I hope you're having a great day 😊 x

[@dothill1140]

A steam diverter is not recommended to use on this model. I had one for the DoubleLid PC and it worked beautifully. The difference being the construction differences between the DoubleLid and SingleLid vent knobs. The water build up is normal. This model drains more into the reservoir cup than the older models; thus, the cup needing emptying more often. The time to come to pressure, I have found, is dependent on the amount of liquid. Another Tip: The vent knob can remain in the valley area when using Steam, Steam/Crisp, Steam/Bake methods. It does not have to be in Vent position. The way the slider on this model moves creates three different open areas in the lid depending on where slider is positioned. All the way to the right, it is fully opened. In the middle, it is partially opened. All the way to the left, it is totally sealed off.

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Dot 💜 Thank you so so much for your comments I'm learning so much from you 💗 So far I'm loving the pressure cooking but I'm disappointed at the loudness of the air fryer function I wish I'd researched that a little more x

[@dothill1258]

Yeah, it’s pretty loud on AF. Honestly, I use my Dual when AF. It is usually just myself and daughter. Sometimes there are 4-5 of us. Now, if I’m AF breaded porkchops, breaded cube steaks, AF coated chicken, I will use my Ninja Double FlexDoor Oven. I’m strongly looking at the Cosori Ceramic 13n1 Oven 26qt. It’s those hidden heating elements and the bottom Burner that pulls me in. I also have the Ninja Combi. I like it; however, there is a stronger learning curve with it, imo. Once learned, though, it is awesome. Lastly, THANK YOU for being the #1 go-to YTer, imo, for Ninja Dual AF content. I have recommended you to everyone wanting more info on the Dual.

[@LindzandLife]

@dothill1258 Thank you for recommending me that means so much 💜 I'm so happy to have you here and your comments aren't only helping me but so many others 💜That cosori air fryer is called the dual blaze here and I agree it does look good. I have a 4.7l cosori just over a year, but unfortunately, the heating element is on its way out. As I use a single draw air fryer a lot as its a bigger draw rather than having to use the 2 draws on the dual , I was thinking maybe the multi cooker could work as a daily but not after hearing it. So I'll be getting the new ninja max Pro 6.2l. I've given up wasting money on lesser known brands as they don't seem to last but I suppose nothing is built to last any more x

[@dothill1258]

@@LindzandLife I became a Ninja addict in Feb 2021. If I told you how many I’ve purchased for self and gifts to others…well…I’m far too mortified to do so. I’m not rich by any means. I’m in a rather home-bound situation as primary caregiver of my 33 y/o handicapped daughter. Cooking has become a hobby; enjoyable one at that. I have also shared this love with my granddaughter. She is excellent at seasoning. The only non-Ninja I have is the Dreo ChefMaker (highly recommend). The Cosori ceramic oven, mentioned earlier, is new on the market. It has caught my eye and invaded my brain cells. 🤔😳😊It just may become my 2nd non-Ninja.

[@dothill1258]

@@LindzandLife I use my Ninja PC mainly for rice, potatoes, eggs, 360 meals, steaming veggies, and anything I want to PC. I don’t think I have AF in it yet. I did AF a few times in my original DoubleLid ( I still have this one).

[@muchty62]

Looks lovely but will stick to my pressure cooker for this type of cooking. Also have Ninja Air Fryer which is great.

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Mary 👋 It was only the pressure cooker function I used for this recipe. I absolutely love pressure cooking so much easier and quicker x

[@gracenurse9837]

h lindz , that stew looks very tasty , its so easy to do in these airfryers. do you think you could try to make a bacon and onion steamed dumpling in your 11in1, if you know of a recipe, anyway well done with your stew it looked amazing. look after yourself sending you love

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Grace 💜 Nows there's a challenge for me and they sound yummy 😋 I don't have a exact recipe but I'm sure I can adjust one to have a go. Stay warm x

[@Ed_Shaw]

Hi Lindz, I've just watched your video. I've been looking through your list of videos and I can't see one on a traditional Irish stew. I wondered if you could make one. If you have made one could you point me to it please. Cheers Ed

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Ed 👋 No I haven't done a video yet I have plans to do one or 3 different types😀. There are so many versions of Irish stew. I think near every family has their own recipes x

[@Ed_Shaw]

Thanks ​@@LindzandLife

[@jacquelinerademaker9867]

Hi, you can prove bread at the dehydrate function at 40 °C

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you so much Jacqueline 💓 I've often used the dehydrate to defrost a few slices of bread x

[@LynnHolland-d5i]

Hi Lindz if you change pressure to quick release it would have let the steam out in about 5 minutes.

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Lynn 👋 I don't think I have the quick release on this model the 11in1? Unless I haven't found it yet x

[@LynnHolland-d5i]

Apologies yours looks the same as mine I have the 15in1 and there are 3 different pressure releases. Your stew looks gorgeous by the way x

[@LindzandLife]

@@LynnHolland-d5i Thank you 💜x

[@annirvin6555]

I just use Bisto gravy granules at the end

[@LindzandLife]

Can't beat Bisto granules I used them a lot x

[@annirvin6555]

I use a steam diverter

[@LindzandLife]

Hi lovely thank you for letting me know 💜 I'm back to popping a cloth over it I know I'm not meant to 😕x

[@squirrel6158]

cant u use it in a different part of the kitchen away from lights , or open a window

[@LindzandLife]

Hi Mark 👋, when I'm using it off camera, it's on top of the cooker under the fan, so it's not a problem, but for filming, this is the only setup that works x

[@squirrel6158]

@@LindzandLife maybe try a thick pea and ham soup ,pressure cook mode ,filling and tasty 🤪or goat curry 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@LindzandLife]

@@squirrel6158 I haven't had goat in years it's hard to get here in Ireland x

[@briancrannage7281]

Don't forget to put the vent on closed. I forgot once dumbbell!!!

[@LindzandLife]

It happens to the best of Brian, you're not alone 😀x

[@Tony-jc4su]

I'm not against it lindz its a great machine. But all in one doesn't work for me. 🥰👍

[@LindzandLife]

I'm still trying to decide if it works for me Tony 🤣 I'm 50/50 at the moment x

[@annirvin6555]

Extra water from your frozen veg

[@CockneyInCumbria]

You don’t need to put too much stock in because you get water from veg try that next time good luck

[@LindzandLife]

Thank you for that 💜 x

[@billybofh2363]

No BURN notice?! What is this witchcraft?!?!...

[@LindzandLife]

🤣🤣 I know Billy it's shocking. I think it has a lot to do with thnon-stick bowl x