Top 10 Best Countertop Roaster
of November 2024
1
Best Choice
NutriChef
NutriChef
Nutrichef Upgraded Multi-Function Rotisserie Oven - Vertical Countertop Oven with Bake, Turkey Thanksgiving, Broil Roasting Kebab Rack with Adjustable Settings, 2 Shelves 1500 Watt - AZPKRT97
10
Exceptional
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2
Best Value
Presto
Presto
Presto 06854 Tuxedo Digital Precision Skillet, Sous Vide, Multi-Cooker
9.9
Exceptional
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3
Nuwave
Nuwave
Nuwave Bravo XL Air Fryer Toaster Smart Oven, 12-in-1 Countertop Grill/Griddle Combo, 30-Qt XL Capacity, 50F-500F adjustable in precise 5F increments, Integrated Smart Thermometer, Linear T Technology
9.8
Exceptional
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4
Nuwave
Nuwave
Nuwave Bravo Convection Toaster Ovens Air Fryer Combo with 30QT Large Capacity For A Whole Chicken and 13" Pizza. Multi-Layer Cooking, Probe Feature, 100+ Presets One-Touch Smart Control Countertop
9.7
Exceptional
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5
Nuwave
Nuwave
Nuwave TODD ENGLISH iQ360 Digital Smart Oven, 20-in-1 Convection Infrared Grill Griddle Combo, 34-Qt Mega Capacity, 1800 Watts, Adjustable Triple Surround Heat Zones, Smart Thermometer, WIFI Enabled
9.6
Exceptional
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NutriChef
NutriChef
30 Quarts Kitchen Convection Oven - 1400 Watt Countertop Turbo, Rotisserie Roaster Cooker with Grill, Griddle Top Rack, Dual Hot Plates, Toaster, Baking Tray, Skewers and Handles - NutriChef PKRTO28
9.5
Excellent
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Oster
Oster
Oster Extra Large Digital Countertop Convection Oven, Stainless Steel (TSSTTVDGXL-SHP)
9.4
Excellent
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8
TOVALA
TOVALA
Tovala Gen 2 Smart Steam Large Countertop WiFi Oven | 5 Mode Programmable Oven and Smartphone Controlled | Toast, Steam, Bake, Broil and Reheat | Black & Stainless Steel Convection and Toaster Oven
9.3
Excellent
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9
NutriChef
NutriChef
NutriChef Countertop Vertical Rotating Oven - Rotisserie Shawarma Machine, Kebob Machine, Stain Resistant & Energy Efficient W/ Heat Resistant Door, Includes Kebob Rack with 7 Skewers (PKRTVG34)
9.2
Excellent
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10
Breville
Breville
Breville BOV845BKS Smart Oven Pro, Countertop Convection Oven, Black Sesame
9.1
Excellent
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11
CROWNFUL
CROWNFUL
CROWNFUL 19 Quart Air Fryer Toaster Oven, Convection Roaster with Rotisserie & Dehydrator, 10-in-1 Countertop Oven, Original Recipe and 8 Accessories Included, UL Listed (Black)
9.0
Excellent
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12
alp
alp
Multi-function Roaster Multi Function Countertop Oven Bake Roast Broil Slow Cook Rotisserie Kebab Gyro 1500W
8.9
Very Good
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13
HEYNEMO
HEYNEMO
18 Quart Electric Roaster Oven, Roaster Oven, Turkey Roaster Electric, Roaster Oven Buffet, Selfbasting Lid, Removable Pan, Full-Range Temperature Control Cool-Touch Handles, White, Turkey Roaster
8.8
Very Good
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Elite Gourmet
Elite Gourmet
Elite Gourmet Counter Top Toaster Oven Rotisserie, Bake, Grill, Broil, Roast, Toast, Keep Warm and Steam, 23L, Black
8.7
Very Good
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15
Hamilton Beach
Hamilton Beach
Hamilton Beach 31107D Convection Countertop Toaster Oven with Rotisserie, Extra-Large, Black and Stainless
8.6
Very Good
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Nutrichef Upgraded Multi-Function Rotisserie Oven - Vertical Countertop Oven with Bake, Turkey Thanksgiving, Broil Roasting Kebab Rack with Adjustable Settings, 2 Shelves 1500 Watt - AZPKRT97
INNOVATIVE STYLE DESIGN Ideal addition to any home or establishment, Convenient heat resistant tempered glass door. VERSATILE MEAL PREPARATIVE Multi function oven cooking ability, Bake, Roast, Broil, and Rotisserie More. QUALITY FEATURES Safe placement on any kitchen table or countertop, High powered heating elements, Energy efficient time saving cooking, Adjustable time temperature setting. WHATS INCLUDED Kebab skewer rack, bake pan grill racks, stain resistant easy to clean, Use the rotating kebab rack for tasty results. WARRANTY By purchasing the Nutrichef Vertical Rotisserie Oven you receive a worry free 1 year warranty and our friendly customer service.
Presto 06854 Tuxedo Digital Precision Skillet, Sous Vide, Multi-Cooker
Reimagine skillet cooking with Tuxedo 16-inch precision skillet. Digital heat control for precise heat regulation, even at low temperatures.. LED display lets you select exact temperatures from 100 to 400F for consistent results.. Pan fry, saut, roast, poach, braise, steam, simmer, sous vide, bake, make yogurt, proof dough.. Ultra-durable ceramic nonstick surface. PFOA and PTFE free.. Big 16-inch base with extra-high sidewalls for added cooking and serving capacity.. Set in one degree increments from 100 to 205F five degree increments from 205 to 400F.. Multi-purpose rack for steaming, baking, sous vide, and making yogurt.. Keeps food at precise serving temperatures for up to 24 hours. Tempered glass cover with silicone rim and easy-grasp handles. Great for entertaining.. Fully immersible with the digital control removed. Delicious recipes included..
Nuwave Bravo XL Air Fryer Toaster Smart Oven, 12-in-1 Countertop Grill/Griddle Combo, 30-Qt XL Capacity, 50F-500F adjustable in precise 5F increments, Integrated Smart Thermometer, Linear T Technology
MAKE ADJUSTMENTS ON-THE-FLY Want hotter temperature or need to cook it longer Simply adjust on-the-fly any time. Fine-tune time and temperature any time in the cooking process. Bravos intuitive digital controls are easy to operate.. INTUITIVE DIGITAL CONTROLS - Set cook temperatures from 50F to 500F adjustable in precise 5F increments. Unlike the primitive methods that regulate temperature by turning the heater on and off, our heater never turns off while cooking.. LINEAR THERMAL LINEAR T TECHNOLOGY Linear T executes the set temp accurately throughout the cooking process by continuously monitoring temp fluctuations making constant adjustments every second to maintain the set temp to ensure perfect results.. DUAL HEAT ZONES - Customize the top, bottom heaters and convection fan independently for true surround cooking. To bake a perfect pizza, set bottom heaters at full power top heaters at 30 for crispy crunch crust and perfectly melted cheesy toppings.. INTEGRATED SMART DIGITAL THERMOMETER Once the desired doneness temperature is set, Bravo constantly monitors the internal temperature of your food and automatically ends the cooking process when the desired internal temperature is reached.. CARRYOVER COOKING - Bravo also features carryover cooking mode. It compensates for the carryover cooking that will inevitably occur after cooking. When engaged, this feature ensures that the meat or fish is not overcooked while resting.. MULTI-LAYER COOKING - With 4 rack positions and multi-purpose racks, multi-layer cooking is more convenient than ever before. Bravos heavy-duty racks can withstand loads over 30 pounds. Cooking delicious meals for the entire family is now easy.. 112 PRESETS- Bravo is programmed with 12 preset cooking functions for air frying, grilling, baking, broiling, roasting, dehydrating, reheating, defrosting, toasting more. It also has additional 100 pre-programmed recipe presets.. GRILL INDOORS - The super non-stick grillgriddle plate is thick - ideal for absorbing retaining heat for excellent grill marks overall searing. Set the auto preheat. Insert the thermometer set the desired doneness temp let Bravo do the rest.. WHATS INCLUDED Bravo XL Air Fryer Toaster Smart Oven comes with 1 non-stick reversible grillgriddle, 1 grillgriddle rack, 1 heavy-duty wire cooking rack, 1 crumb tray, 1 smart digital thermometer, 1 owners manual, 1 quick start guide, and 1 recipe book..
Nuwave Bravo Convection Toaster Ovens Air Fryer Combo with 30QT Large Capacity For A Whole Chicken and 13" Pizza. Multi-Layer Cooking, Probe Feature, 100+ Presets One-Touch Smart Control Countertop
112 PRESETS- Bravo convection oven is programmed with 12 preset cooking functions for air frying, grilling, baking, broiling, roasting, dehydrating, reheating, defrosting, toasting more. It also has additional 100 pre-programmed recipe presets. MULTI-LAYER COOKING - With 4 rack positions and multi-purpose racks, multi-layer cooking is more convenient than ever before. Bravo toaster oven air fryer combos heavy-duty racks can withstand loads over 30 pounds. Cooking delicious meals for the entire family is now easy. INTUITIVE DIGITAL CONTROLS - Set cook temperatures from 50F to 500F adjustable in precise 5F increments. Unlike the primitive methods that regulate temperature by turning the heater on and off, our heater never turns off while cooking. INTEGRATED SMART DIGITAL THERMOMETER Once the desired doneness temperature is set, Bravo constantly monitors the internal temperature of your food and automatically ends the cooking process when the desired internal temperature is reached. SAVE YOUR OWN RECIPES Bravo air fryer toaster oven has built-in 50 memory slots where you can save your own favorite recipes. If your favorite recipe is perfected, save it. You can recall it any time for the next perfect meal. MAKE ADJUSTMENTS ON-THE-FLY Want hotter temperature or need to cook it longer Simply adjust on-the-fly any time. Fine-tune time and temperature any time in the cooking process. Bravo air fryers intuitive digital controls are easy to operate. LINEAR THERMAL LINEAR T TECHNOLOGY Linear T executes the set temp accurately throughout the cooking process by continuously monitoring temp fluctuations making constant adjustments every second to maintain the set temp to ensure perfect results. DUAL HEAT ZONES - Customize the top, bottom heaters and convection fan independently for true surround cooking. To bake a perfect pizza, set bottom heaters at full power top heaters at 30 for crispy crunch crust and perfectly melted cheesy toppings. CARRYOVER COOKING - Bravo also features carryover cooking mode. It compensates for the carryover cooking that will inevitably occur after cooking. When engaged, this feature ensures that the meat or fish is not overcooked while resting. WHATS INCLUDED Bravo XL Air Fryer Toaster Smart Oven comes with 1 non-stick broiler rack and baking pan, 1 air fry basket, 2 heavy-duty wire cooking rack, 1 crumb tray, 1 smart digital thermostat, 1 owners manual, 1 quick start guide, and 1 recipe book. This unit is 20 x 12.88 x 11.13 and has an inside depth of 12.5..
Nuwave TODD ENGLISH iQ360 Digital Smart Oven, 20-in-1 Convection Infrared Grill Griddle Combo, 34-Qt Mega Capacity, 1800 Watts, Adjustable Triple Surround Heat Zones, Smart Thermometer, WIFI Enabled
INSPIRED BY DEVELOPED WITH CHEF TODD ENGLISH Todd English is a world-renowned chef and philanthropist. He is a 4-time winner of the prestigious James Beard Awards and Bon Appetits Restaurateur of the Year with over 23 restaurants worldwide. MAKE ADJUSTMENTS ON-THE-FLY Want hotter temperature or need to cook it longer No problem. Simply adjust on-the-fly any time. Control time and temperature any time in the cooking process. iQ360 air fryer ovens intuitive digital controls are easy to operate. DIGITAL CONTROLS - Set cook temperatures from 50F to 500F adjustable in precise 5F increments and up to 99 hours. Unlike the primitive methods that regulate temperature by turning the heater on and off, our heater never turns off while cooking. TRIPLE SURROUND HEAT ZONES - Customize the top, bottom, and rear heaters independently for true 3-zone surround cooking. You can set any heater at full 100 power or split the power 253540 in 5 increments or in any combination as you desire. POWERFUL CONVECTION FAN The fan is massive 5 inches. Its located in the rear to promote the best cyclonic convection circulation. You can choose from 3 fan speeds. For extra-crispy, select the max fan setting. INTEGRATED DIGITAL TEMPERATURE PROBE Once the desired doneness temperature is set, iQ360 toaster oven constantly monitors the internal temperature of your food and automatically ends the cooking process when the desired internal temperature is reached. CARRYOVER COOKING - The smart Oven Air Fryer also features carryover cooking mode. iQ360 toaster ovens countertop compensates for the carryover cooking that will inevitably occur after cooking. When engaged, this feature ensures that the food is not overcooked while resting. LINEAR THERMAL LINEAR T TECHNOLOGY Linear T executes the set temperature accurately throughout the entire cooking process by continuously monitoring temperature fluctuations and making constant power adjustments every second to maintain the set temperature to ensure perfect results. CONVENIENT 120 PRESETS - iQ360 versatile countertop oven is programmed with 20 preset cooking functions for air frying, grilling, baking, broiling, roasting, dehydrating, reheating, defrosting, toasting and more. It also has additional 100 pre-programmed recipe presets. WHATS INCLUDED TODD ENGLISH iQ360 Oven comes in black with 1 non-stick reversible grillgriddle, 1 grillgriddle rack, 1 air fry basket, 1 wire cooking rack, 1 baking drip pan, 1 crumb tray, 1 digital temp probe, 1 owners manual, and 1 recipe book.
30 Quarts Kitchen Convection Oven - 1400 Watt Countertop Turbo, Rotisserie Roaster Cooker with Grill, Griddle Top Rack, Dual Hot Plates, Toaster, Baking Tray, Skewers and Handles - NutriChef PKRTO28
DUAL HOT PLATES NutriChefs PKRTO28 is a multifunctional kitchen oven that comes with dual hot plates in large and small. Other than that, it has other versatile cooking styles such as bake on baking tray, grill with griddle, toast, turbo, rotisserie, broil and roast. CONTROL CONSOLE Adjust time, temperature and functions with the oven cooker front panel rotary controls. The convenient cooking lamp and easy access glass door make cooking easier than ever. The 60-minute timer ensures ideal results every time. 1400 WATT POWER This kitchen convection oven has an energy efficient high power heating element at 1400 watts. The hot plate power is 1000 Watt Large and 600 Watt Small. The maximum temperature setting is 450 F. 30 QUARTS CAPACITY Cook for a lot of people with this toaster ovens 30 quarts capacity. Even though it can cook more, it is actually compact with an exact dimension of 19.6 x .16.0 x 13.5 thats perfect for any kitchen countertop or tabletop. EASY TO CLEAN The stain resistant housing, slide-out tray, and removable grill rack make the convection toaster oven roaster easy to clean after everyday use. It also has an easy to access glass door and weighs 28 lbs. Auto Shutoff after 60 minutes for Safety. Burner 1 Temperature Setting.
Oster Extra Large Digital Countertop Convection Oven, Stainless Steel (TSSTTVDGXL-SHP)
Countertop convection oven features convection technology for fast, even heating. Digital settings for pizza, bake, broil, toast, and defrost. Large interior fits 2 take and bake pizzas, a family sized chicken, or 18 slices of bread. Easy clean interior and 90 minute timer with auto shut off feature. Includes 2 oven racks, a baking pan, and an integrated broiling rack. Watts 1500W.
Tovala Gen 2 Smart Steam Large Countertop WiFi Oven | 5 Mode Programmable Oven and Smartphone Controlled | Toast, Steam, Bake, Broil and Reheat | Black & Stainless Steel Convection and Toaster Oven
5 COOKING MODES our all in one easy to use Oven allows you to choose between 5 seperate functions steam, bake, broil, reheat and toast ensuring a perfectly cooked meal every time.. SMARTPHONE CONTROLLED simply set the cook mode and time from your phone and let Tovala oven's automated cooking do It's thing. Once set you can check on your food's progress from the next room and get notified when it's done.. LIBRARY OF CHEF'S RECIPES Our library of recipes allows you to easily create chef developed meals from scratch in your own home. Just follow our chef's directions to prep your food and then let Tovala IQ steam, bake and broil your food to perfection.. SCANS AND COOKS GROCERIES scan the barcode on hundreds of groceries trader joe's frozen foods to cook them perfectly at the touch of a button.. PAIRS WITH OVEN-READY MEALS SUBSCRIPTION scans and cooks delicious chef crafted meals Made with real natural ingredients with no prep or cleanup. Easily plan out your weekly menu with individual meals starting at 11. 99 Tovala meals sold separately. .
NutriChef Countertop Vertical Rotating Oven - Rotisserie Shawarma Machine, Kebob Machine, Stain Resistant & Energy Efficient W/ Heat Resistant Door, Includes Kebob Rack with 7 Skewers (PKRTVG34)
EASY TO CLEAN The rotisserie oven features stain resistant housing for easy cleaning Includes a kebob rack with seven skewers grease drip tray for mess free cooking. TIME EFFICIENT COOKING The vertical rotating oven is both energy efficient time saving, using high power hear of 1500 Watts and 110V. EASY TO CONTROL Easy to operate with a temperature range up to 464 degree F 240C and an adjustable time setting up to 60 minutes. VERSATILE MEAL PREP This multi function rotating oven gives you the freedom to cook a range of recipes Perfect for kebobs, shawarma, rotisserie more. COUNTERTOP SAFE Despite the kebob machine's high power heat, it features a heat resistant tempered glass door, as well as an auto power off function for safety.
Breville BOV845BKS Smart Oven Pro, Countertop Convection Oven, Black Sesame
The Breville Smart Oven Pro with Element iQ System is a high performance countertop oven Reduce your cooking time by up to 30 using the convection setting and choose from 10 cooking functions as an interior oven light guides you to perfection. Element iQ System Using 5 independent quartz elements, smart algorithms steer power to where and when it's needed to create the ideal cooking environment for perfect results every time Fast 1800 Watt preheat gets your meals on the table more quickly. Convection Powered The Smart Oven Pro's convection setting reduces cooking time by up to 30 An inbuilt fan circulates the hot air within the oven which speeds the cooking process by stripping away the cold air that surrounds your food. 10 Cooking Functions versatile countertop oven with 10 cooking functions to guide you to perfection Toast, Bagel, Bake, Roast, Broil, Pizza, Cookies, Reheat, Warm and Slow cook. Smart Oven with Slow Cook Function Take your time to tenderize and develop complex flavors using the slow cook function, designed for long cook times at low temperatures Slow Cook for up to 10 hours before the setting automatically turns to keep warm. Large Capacity Large 18.5 x 15.7 x 11.1 inch interior with enough room for 6 slices of bread, 13 inch pizza, roast chicken and a 9 cup muffin tray and even for slow cooking with a 4.4 qt Dutch oven. Interior Oven Light Integrated oven light automatically turns on at the end of the cooking cycle to help you see inside Auto shut off and independently controlled button Replaceable componentry like your regular large oven.. LCD Display LCD display to easily access the built in smart functionality, choose from 10 cooking functions The LCD also indicates when pre-heat has completed and automatically begins to count down on the cooking time for perfect results. Included Accessories One Oven Rack 12 x 12 inch Enamel Baking Pan 12 x12 inch Enamel Broiling Rack and 13 inch Non-Stick Pizza Pan. Warranty 1 Year Limited Product Warranty Power 1800 Watts Voltage 110 to 120 Volts.
CROWNFUL 19 Quart Air Fryer Toaster Oven, Convection Roaster with Rotisserie & Dehydrator, 10-in-1 Countertop Oven, Original Recipe and 8 Accessories Included, UL Listed (Black)
10-IN-1 PRESETS The CROWNFUL Multifunctional Air Fryer Oven is your new go to appliance for frying, baking, roasting, toasting, grilling, dehydrating, reheating and more Cooking has never been so easy, fast and convenient with this All-in-One cooking machine.. HEALTHY COOKING CHOICE This air fryer toaster oven adopts the new technology of cooking food using the 360 hot air circulation. With using only a little to no oil, you can get a crispy and crunchy texture just like the old traditional way of deep frying. You will be able to enjoy your favorite fried meals and snacks without worrying about the added calories and fats.. EXTRA-LARGE CAPACITY With its 19 quart 18 Liter large capacity, youll be sure to have enough space to fit a whole chicken or cook meals that will serve the whole family. Its perfect for making large batches of food even for your guests. The extra accessories included would surely be helpful in giving you more ideas on different types of dishes to cook. It also comes with a cookbook with various sumptuous recipes you can try for the family.. EASY TO CLEAN OPERATE The Air Fryer and its accessories are non-stick so its very easy to clean. You just need to use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior and interior part of the unit. Cooking has become easy with just touching a few buttons. It has a built in LED display that shows the different settings for time, temperature and cooking modes. It comes with control buttons and knob that set the units cooking functions.. EXTRA ACCESSORIES INCLUDED It comes with 8 accessories that you can use to cook more types of foods 1xRotisserie Shaft, 1xRoasting Basket, 1xSkewer Rack, 1xRemoval Tools,1xWire Rack, 1xDrip Tray, 1xCrumb Tray, 1xFry Basket. Make multiple meals in one go.
Multi-function Roaster Multi Function Countertop Oven Bake Roast Broil Slow Cook Rotisserie Kebab Gyro 1500W
Innovative Style Design Energy Efficient Time-Saving Cooking. Multi-Function Oven Cooking Ability. Easy Operation Adjustable Time Temperature Setting. High-Powered Heating Elements. Stain Resistant Easy-to-Clean. Countertop Safe.
18 Quart Electric Roaster Oven, Roaster Oven, Turkey Roaster Electric, Roaster Oven Buffet, Selfbasting Lid, Removable Pan, Full-Range Temperature Control Cool-Touch Handles, White, Turkey Roaster
Multi-Function Electric Roaster Oven with Self-Basting LidMulti-Function Electric Roaster Oven, bake, slow cooks, roasts, adding more joy to your life. It is ideal for office parties, family functions, and other social events. Each Roaster Oven will come with one removable steel rack. Easy to Clean Large 18QT RoasterWith cool-touch handle, it is safer when using. Removable insert pot, make it easier for you to clean it. The size of the roaster oven is 18 quart, it is big enough to have fun with families and friends. Electric Roaster Oven is ready to design more ways to cook healthful and delicious meals. Roaster Oven with Warming SettingWarming setting keeps dinner at ideal serving temperature and cooking condition. Your families, friends, and guests will enjoy the food. Before using for the first time, remove all tags and labels, wash the lid and ceramic pot in hot soapy water, rinse and dry. PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CLEARLY. Powerful 1450W Roaster Oven1450W with red light, full-range temperature control, make your food taste better at different temperatures. Self-basting lid continually recirculates moisture, make the food more delicious. Non-skid rubber feet keep roaster oven in place safely and convenient cord storage. Warm Tips of Turkey Roaster Oven Buffet ServerWith multiple temperature settings, you can choose the appropriate temperature for your needs. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us. We will do our best to solve your problem quickly and efficiently.
Elite Gourmet Counter Top Toaster Oven Rotisserie, Bake, Grill, Broil, Roast, Toast, Keep Warm and Steam, 23L, Black
8 Multi-functions for rotisserie, broil, bake, toast, keep Warm, plus oven-top grill, griddle and steamer with dome lid.. Includes convection heating for even heat distribution and faster cooking times.. Healthy rotisserie cooking for delicious poultry or roasts, while eliminating unwanted fat and grease.. 60-Minute timer control knob with auto shut off and signal bell.. Accessories Include Oven Top Dome Lid, Wire Grill Rack, Roasting Pan, Pan Removal Handle Clip, Slide out Crumb Tray, Rotisserie Removal Tongs, Rotisserie Spit Fork Assembly. Extra Large Capacity Fit up to 6-Slices of toast, plus the 0.8cuft capacity can fit up to a 12-inch pizza, including an oven-top nonstick grill griddle, steamer with dome lid..
Hamilton Beach 31107D Convection Countertop Toaster Oven with Rotisserie, Extra-Large, Black and Stainless
Extra-large capacity Fit Two 12 pizzas, two 9 x 13 casseroles, or two cake pans. Revolving rotisserie Self-basting rotisserie locks in your foods flavor and juices, while turning the outside brown and crispy Fits a 5 lb Chicken. Convection Bakes faster and more evenly than a traditional oven. Bake broil settings with 2-hour auto shutoff Includes removable drip tray, rotisserie skewer lifter, 2 racks, 2 baking pans, and broiler rack. Easy-to-use contoured knobs Not only is this new design easier to maneuver, but theyre safer too.