Ninja Crispi bacon is one of the easiest and cleanest ways to make perfectly crispy bacon at home. No splattering grease all over the stovetop, no flipping every minute, and no babysitting the pan. Just lay the bacon down, press a button, and let the Ninja Crispi do its thing.
If you like bacon that's evenly cooked, crispy, and not swimming in grease, this method works incredibly well. I've tested it multiple times, and 7 minutes on Max Crisp is the sweet spot.
Why Make Bacon In The Ninja Crispi
The Ninja Crispi is great for bacon because it cooks fast and evenly while letting excess grease drip away. Compared to stovetop bacon, it's less messy and much more hands-off. Compared to oven bacon, it's faster and doesn't heat up your entire kitchen.
This is especially nice for busy mornings when you want bacon for breakfast, brunch, or even meal prep, but don't want to deal with a greasy pan.
Ingredients You'll Need
You only need one ingredient for this recipe:
- Bacon
That's it. Thick-cut or regular bacon both work, but cooking time may vary slightly depending on thickness.
How To Cook Bacon In The Ninja Crispi
Start by placing the bacon strips in a single layer in the Ninja Crispi basket. Try not to overlap them too much. A little overlap is fine, but overcrowding will affect how crispy the bacon gets.
Set the Ninja Crispi to Max Crisp and cook for 7 minutes.
Once the time is up, check the bacon. For most bacon brands, 7 minutes on Max Crisp gives you perfectly crispy bacon with good color and crunch. If your bacon is extra thick or you prefer it very crispy, you can add 1 more minute.
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Carefully remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any extra grease. Let it cool for a minute - it will crisp up even more as it rests.
Texture And Doneness
At 7 minutes on Max Crisp, Ninja Crispi bacon comes out crispy but not burnt. The fat is rendered well, and the bacon has a nice snap when you bite into it.
If you prefer softer bacon, reduce the cooking time to about 5-6 minutes. If you like very crunchy bacon, add an extra minute or two and keep a close eye on it.
Tips For Best Results
- Don't overcrowd the basket - cook in batches if needed
- Bacon continues to crisp as it cools
- Thicker bacon may need an extra minute
- Clean the basket after cooking, since bacon grease can build up quickly
How I Use Crispy Bacon
This Ninja Crispi bacon is perfect for breakfast plates, BLTs, sandwiches, salads, and wraps. I also like making a batch ahead of time and keeping it in the fridge for quick meals during the week.
It reheats well in the Ninja Crispi too - just a minute or two on Max Crisp brings it back to life.
More Ninja Crispi Recipes To Try
If you're using your Ninja Crispi often, here are some other easy recipes you might like:
Hope you will like this Ninja Crispi bacon recipe as much as we do. Rate the recipe if you made it and comment below if you have any questions or suggestions.
Recipe
Ninja Crispi Bacon
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
Instructions
- Place bacon strips in a single layer in the Ninja Crispi basket. Do not overcrowd.
- Select Max Crisp and cook for 7 minutes.
- Check bacon for desired crispiness. Add 1 more minute if needed.
- Carefully remove bacon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Let rest for 1 minute before serving. Bacon will crisp up slightly as it cools.
Jen
easy way to make bacon for 1-2 people