Dude, we're not complaining about a 15 minute review. It's awesome!!! You're one of the best reviewers on KZfaq and it's always a pleasure to watch your videos.

I think what may have happened on cake #2 was that you flipped it as soon as you closed it. You pour in the batter and a thin layer is cooked. You close it and suddenly flip it. Now the bulk of the batter drops down and cooks normal, while the thin layer sticks to the top and burns.

Who's complaining about 15 minutes? Really enjoy your thorough reviews.

The cake worked for us just fine. I think the problem you had with the second cake was that you started it upside down. We stirred just coke into the cate batter until runny, but not too runny, and then cooked 3 cakes in a row, no need to wait for it to cool down or flip. Jus pour, add candy and then top off. Close for 4-5min (i think 4.5 min is perfect). Thanks for the video!

These little units are great for cooking a single quick meal. But I agree with you, they really dropped the ball with not having removable plates and a damn power switch.

Saw this in a store on clearance, around $20 with tax. I’m starting a diet and cook for only one. I think this will be fantastic so I don’t make leftovers, which can tempt me to eat more. Thanks for review! Now excited to use this and test out veggie cooking

I have this and use it everyday. Almost 3 yrs now. As I am only cooking for myself, I’ll zap a few vegetables in the microwave, drop in some meat like Sausages, chops, rissoles, chicken, steak. And in no time at all I have dinner. Love an omelette for breakfast so I have various combinations I can do. Need a snack, folded slice of bread with cheese and ham, a toasted sandwich. It’s a great item. However, when you clean it or have an overflow from the channel, liquid sits in the base until you go to stand it up to store and you end up with a mess. The paint is flaking and the clip has broken, but when you cook for 1, it’s so much easier to clean up that several different pots and pans and the various other pieces needed to cook on the stove top.

I own a similar device called the Ready-Set-Go Express. It’s amazing for cooking frozen food like pizza rolls and egg rolls. Same or better results than the oven without over heating the house on a hot summer day. I LOVE it and best of all, I got it for free as a thank you for volunteering a ton of hours to a church rummage sale. The organizer saw me eyeing it, lol.

I appreciate how much work you put into this review. That's why i gave it a like

This is just like an older device Cathy promoted, the Xpress Redi Set Go. Who else remembers those infomercials late at night that made you hungry? Lol

I'm always attracted to kitchen gadgets, I find some live up to the hype some don't, this one definitely does. It's a single person's dream. It's saved me so much time and money. For myself I defrost a single chicken thigh or drumstick and stick it in the machine, cooks perfectly, no splatter or fuss. I make really nice treats from pre-rolled puff pastry. And it gets rid of the snot on a fried egg if you like the yolk quite soft. I took apart just to see what was in the inside and it looked really well made the heating element is bonded right into the aluminium cooking parts. Highly recommend it.

Dad died in January, Mom just went to assisted living last week, and I found the 5 Minute Chef in their cabinet and took it home, then I came here to see how to use it! Looks promising!

My brother went blind. We gave him a 5 min Chef, and he uses it almost daily. We got buy one, get one free, and while we don't use it as often. We LOVE IT TOO. Perfect hash downs every time.

I really enjoy your videos I am totally blind I appreciate you describing the things you do in them I really hope to hear from you you are an amazing KZfaqr

I'm a truck driver, got one for cooking on the truck. I love mine, easy clean up and cooks most things really well. The issue with the exploding is this, when you cook scrambled eggs they expand when they expand steam can no longer escape, just leave it unlatched, no exploding machine

thank you for this great review...one thing I think would be helpful is if you deeply thumbprint your hamburgers before you put them in the pan. I work at a place that has won "Best Hamburger in Dayton" for several years and that is how we grill ours...hand patted but with at DEEP Thumbprint in the center so that your hamburger will cook evenly....

I purchased a simple on/off switch at Walmart and installed it about 6 inches from the unit. Now I can turn it on and off without having to unplug it.

I got mine because we were in a heat wave and didn't want to put the oven on. I cooked a stuffed chicken and it was done in 15mins. But in the recipe booklet it say NOT to LOCK LATCH, just close lid. You locked latch on all the ones you did. I was hoping you were going to do the pizza. I want to try that. Thanks for your review. It was very helpful!

Those were well spent 15 minutes. I love your thorough reviews. Love from Pakistan

That lady has been selling me the same product since college. Thanks for the review.

Remember, burgers need to rest before cutting open because they continue to cook from inside. I'd go 8 minutes and let sit 1 minute. Plus needs a built-in timmer

I was watching this tutorial and it said, do not lock the latch when making an omelet, to let the steam escape. Maybe that's why yours didn't come out fluffy.

Great review. Very thorough. I was about to buy it, now I'm not too sure it works as well as they say it does on their TV commercial.

You could put cinnamon rolls in there. Bet that would turn out nice!

Hello James!! Great video as usual. Not a bad product. I love your wrist watch!!😎very cool looking. Thanks again

Thanks for the review, James! I think this will definitely work for me as I am just cooking for myself. Thanks again for being honest in your review. You and Vivian Tries are my go-to reviewers.

We got ours as a gift. It takes all the guesswork out of cooking eggs. If you're making a loaded omelet with lots of meat, etc., 2.5 min per side is about right. But if all you add is cream and maybe a little cheese, 2 minutes is plenty. I've been using it to make eggs for my kids' breakfast every morning. Much healthier than sugary cereal.

that chicken looked drier than the Sahara desert.... 15 minutes and the temp over 200 degrees lmao... james you murdered it bro

can you make a meatloaf in the shape of cooker that would be less thicker and cook all the way through ???

Great review, your chicken is over cooked at 199 degrees. 165 is ideal for poulty. The sides won't brown as not in contact with the heat.

The first couple reviews I saw I did wonder about the length, not for me but just because across most KZfaq demographics videos longer than maybe 11-12 minutes tend to have attention fall off. I don’t see that happening with your videos. Some channels have no problem breaking those rules. You’re doing a real service and the people who watch your videos are either the folks looking to purchase these items or similar ones, or the types that watch infomercials or even reviews in general. The format you’ve been making is perfect. I really enjoy your videos, I’ve been “ghost subbed” for a few weeks but I actually subbed today because I don’t wanna chance missing new stuff. Thank you man.

This was 15 minutes of packed info! You have a very organized style in your review of this item and that is very helpful. I picked up one of these things at Goodwill today but it has no instructions so I'm using your review to give me some idea of what I can use this for and how to go about using it. I am ASSUMING that all these trials were preceded by having the device ON and fully brought up to temperature? You mention about the cake starting out with it COLD so that might be the exception? (i.e. biscuits, etc. have it fully warmed up, green light ON?) As I experiment with this myself, I'm sure some of these answers will be forthcoming all on their own! No one can complain about the length of a video if it has useful things in it. This video you did on this appliance certainly meets that criteria. Thanks!

I found one this weekend at a charity shop for $5 thinking it would be fun for the kids. There isn't a recipe booklet but the kids are eager to give it a go - especially the lava cake idea. As for burgers, make them thinner to provide more even temp and thorough cooking. Always use a thermometer when cooking meat - and please wash your hands after handling raw meat *shudder* Thanks for a fun review!

Oh goodness you really over did it on that chicken @ 199 degrees 😂

Thank you. My 'cooker' has been left standing among other items I no longer used, until yesterday when I got the urge again. I was pleased to see your 'flipping' technique as the 'Official' video does not suggest this, they also do not recommend 'locking' the lid. Just a quick word regarding the flip, I suggest starting the cooking upside-down so it will be the correct way when flipped

I know this is a old video. It’s now March 2022. But I’m so glad I found this video. I have been thinking about buying this item but not sure. I am 65 and live alone. Because of all the meds I’m on I use a microwave and convection toaster oven. But you can only do so much in these. I think you have showed me that this item will be a good investment for me anyway. Once I get one (which may take a couple of months) I will try it out and let you know how it works for me. Thank you for sharing.

I have one and use it often ... love it. I love ham and cheese omlets in it. Cake #2 you placed the batter in the top and flipped it immediately ... leaving only a small amount of batter to cook by itself while the rest of it was cooking in the bottom. Cake #3 had no extra moisture from a candy bar and cooked faster. Hamburger patties should be as flat as possible when you put them in and flip half way through.

This would be great for a gluten free person, who has to cook food separately.

I want a thorough review, and if it takes 15, 20, 25 minutes, so be it. I don't like these other channels who do half-assed 5 minute reviews that don't answer my questions. Keep doing what you're doing, James.

Great review! I bought one awhile back and love it. I love that I can take it to work and have a healthy lunch cooked in no time.

Great review!!! Nice seeing you doing some gadget cooking too. Thanks for sharing😃

Maybe if you made the hamburger longer and thinner it would cook better inside?? Just a guess.

She does instruct not to fasten the latch. Don’t know why but we just got ours yesterday and that’s what’s in the instructions. Great job!! Need recipes!

I would get one of these. I live alone so it is perfect for me. Thanks for the great review.

Maximum effort, lol. For, you next test for this, can you try: -panini sandwhich or ham and cheese -pizza rolls or homemade pizza pocket -meatballs -veggies -Egg McMuffin sandwich homemade I have no intentions of buying it but I enjoy you reviewing it with different food. You made me hungry when I saw that chocolate 🍰 and chicken 🐔.

New sub here and am thrilled to have found you! Love your reviews! Looking forward to watching more!

Thank you for your reviews. I thoroughly enjoy them. I like most will probably wait until the manufacturers design one that has removable grids that can be cleaned in the dishwasher, an on/off switch. Again thank you.

I was cautioned by the sales assistant when I purchased the device (couple of weeks ago) regarding the issue with the latch.Before I used it, I watched another youtube post with someone (in a Santa hat) making an omelette which did explode only a couple of minutes after he closed the latch.I also noticed numerous warnings in the instructions to not close the latch. There's a warning sticker on the top of the unit too.

I use mine for eggs ! I just crack the eggs drop them in ! So good and you can crack 4 eggs and it fits ! No butter no oil . It's worth it if you like eggs .

Good review in depth but not drawn out my mom has this and she loves it because it’s just her and for one person it’s great she says

This is the first time I have watched your videos. I will be watching more . Great help.

I got one of these for free cleaning out a garage. I use mine to make Cubans. I'm gonna do the burger tonight! I like mine red in the middle!

I remember the lady on the cover of that booklet you showed. She demoed another item similar to this many years ago. The product had two wells. I forget the name though. But she did the cake and the candy bar thing there, too.

I’ve just bought one for my mum We read the instructions ,it said do not close latch down Or flip it over We’re a bit disappointed not many recipes. Only about 4

5 years later I just got mine from goodwill for $1.99 can’t wait to try it 😅

Thank you, I bought one and wasn't really sure if it was some thing I wanted to keep and the answer is no. I take reviews serious and appreciate other peoples opinions.

Thanks so much. I have had great success with this. widower's can't cook as well as wives can. love omelets Biscuits & gravy. it's perfect for the culinary challenged.

Fantastic little Unit and cost me $69 - it cooked most of my Food in Half of the Time - Eggs - Hamburger - Tuna Steaks - Beef Sausages - Thin small Steaks etc - please do not forget to use a Food-Meat Thermometer that reads in Fahrenheit and Celsius -and has a Rage from -58F to 572F or -50C to 300C my Unit cost me $12-95 - Enjoy a Fry Up - and it takes only 30 Sec. to wipe Clean ! Posted on 10-June-2018

I have one of those I use it all the time, I toast my wraps in it and when i cant be bothered with the fry pan I use this :) i love it.

I enjoy your reviews as you are fair and come from an unbiased viewpoint, and will state if an item is not any good. I also have this item and I cook all sorts in it from sausages, fried eggs, burgers fish etc. and I even warm up pies in it. I find it very versatile, but I agree it is annoying not having a temperature control or off/on switch, but here in the UK we have on/off controls on our wall sockets so we do not have to unplug everytine. I would also like to see a timer on it as well.

Ok as a bachelor apartment or small camper appliance. Would like to see a model twice as wide with removable plates for cleaning, possibly for different uses.

You are not supposed to close the latch and lock it while cooking!

I have one and I love it, if you make your hamburgers a little thinner it works great, and it's excellent for cornbread, and fish fillets, I use mine daily, but it is a pain to clean.... And whatever I'm cooking it usually needs to be flipped... I made thin breakfast porkchops in it, they were excellent... Steak, etc. It's perfect for one person...

I picked one of these up in a charity shop for £3, it's missing instructions, so really glad I found this review. 🤔 think I got a bargain!

I think I have the large version which collects dust lol I had do many plans

I love mine. You're suppose to flip it..the whole device half way through cooking.

I bought this last week. Thanks to your reviews on how it works. Thank you Walt.

Thanks for this. Sometimes after work I don't want a complicated meal. I just want a few bites of something hot. I picked up several of Kathy Mitchels products that have turned out pretty good. My favorite is still the Pasta Boat.

I could see this being good for a college kid or something like that.

> 200 degrees chicken > Still juicy Pick one

I had one of those cast iron Sandwich Irons you put directly on the stove and boy was it good.

its funny i havent spent much time living in a dorm but i love products that are great for dorms or camping trips and love to see reviews on them, especially ones that are cheap as well

Great review. I think I might give one a try. How deep is the well, looks like about 1/2" ?

Does this cooker cook a chicken breast? As a single senior person this looks like it might be an easier way to go than on the stove.

Seen this review so many times but hey I'm not complaining XD your videos are so good I love rewatching the same videos

I use it a lot for breakfast. The omelets are good. Chicken made a mess but watching you I'll give that another try. Over all I think it a good product.

I think its 5minutes a side for the hamburgers

Jack Scalfani of "Cooking With Jack" used one of these and it blew up twice.

When you clean the top, cover the bottom with parchment or foil to catch all that falls down. That way it won't end in all the places you don't want it... ☺️

Your reviews are so great. I can tell you really put in time and effort and truly care about your content. Thank you. Your success will continue I promise that.

I heard that it explodes your food out.

U deserve more subs

Your video will help me to understand my birthday gift better thank you !

I've used it a few times for omelletes but only with one egg because I like to add veggies and cheese. Not impressed with the other uses but I really appreciate your effort.

You are giving a review but then not using the machine as per the instructions. It clearly states that the lid should NOT be fastened down when it is cooking. Not sure what impact this may have but you are potentially showing people how to use it incorrectly .

The effort was great on this one man! However the George foreman can’t be replicated no matter how people try but there’s a reason it didn’t make cakes or biscuits etc cause the crazy amount of years that was on the market they would have come out with that version.

I bought this unit in South Africa a view days ago and I think it works perfectly, I went back to buy another two one for my Caravan and the other for my Father in law. Please remember this is a flip over unit so everything that you want to cook time must always be be halved for the best result to cook nice and evenly. Omelette 2min a side doesn't matter what is added the lesser time cooked per side the softer the omelette.This unit is made to be flipped over and that's the key. If the burgers was flipped over say after 2.5min per side the result wood have been much better and the same with the chicken. With the George Foreman unit both sides press down on the meat etc that's why the 5 min chef needs to be flipped over for the same result, in my view an excellent product works great. O yes the unit stays on but its got a built in regulator switch that regulates the temperature that's why when in use the green light switches on and of.

Just picked one up for $2 at the local thrift store. Looked like it had been used once. Came on here to see a real world use and review, thanks for the video.

This reminds me of another that was out a few years ago by the same person it was called gt express 101 it had plates the you would remove for different things and another one they made before it I don't remember the name of that 1

the biscuits look more like English muffins once cooked

Definitely also appreciate the quality in your review that's what's real. That's what viewers look for!

Amazing review I'm going to get one this week as I live on my own I hardly use the big oven that chocolate cake looks yummy

Thanks for the great review! I might have to get one❤️👍👍 REPLY

The omelette just looks like bread

Use this for everything for a couple years. Food Cooks better if you don't lock the lid as my instructions told me not to do..Omelets raise so high the lid opens about 2 inches when cooked! Amazing little travel cooker!

Thanks for reviewing this. I just saw the commercial for this product today.

That chicken was cooked way over temp.

Cooking With Jack made a video on this called “Red Copper 5 Minute Chef Explodes. You should watch it because the cover exploded up and his omelette flew up.

I bought one of these at a Salvation Army thrift store for six dollars brand new never used in the box. When I make an omelette I put in a little bit of butter add my onion and green pepper first cook them, and then I add the egg. It turns out a lot better that way. Keep your eyes open for a purchase of one of these in a thrift store. Save lots of money that way.

Dear Freakin' Reviews, I just bought the 5 minute Chef yesterday, March 7th, 2018. I made a hamburger and flipped it over in the middle and all the juice from the hamburger came pouring out even though the unit was locked. When I cleaned the unit there was still more juice that had flowed to the back of the unit and poured out there through the crevices where the two sides of the unit come together in the back.. It took a very long time to wipe the unit clean with soapy warm water on a non abrasive sponge because the fat from the meat coated everything. Also, as you said there were all those crevices in there, and yes, my hamburger also burned on both sides. Today a very dangerous thing happened twice. I cooked an omelet and after only two minutes I heard sizzling and the whole unit blew open, releasing cooked omelette all over the floor in an omelet explosion. I had had the latch locked like the instructions said. I had some egg mixture left so I thought I'd try it again - this time leaving the unit safely in the sink. After only one minute this time I heard the sizzling again and BAM, egg explosion again!!!. Although I knew it was dangerous I couldn't help but laugh because I had never seen such a thing before. Both times had I been one foot nearer I could have gotten burnt by a flying egg omelette. Also, the unit got so hot that had it fallen on the floor from the force of the explosion it could have hurt one of my kitties had they been walking by. As you said, the unit takes a lot longer to cool down than just five minutes. It even takes longer than fifteen minutes to cool down because I unplugged it to get it ready to put back in the box as I am returning it and even after twenty minutes it was still warm. By the time you wait for the unit to cool down in between putting new food into it you could have cooked all of that food in one go in a regular pan without the worry of having to stand by the thing in case one of your beloved children or animals are nearby and you don't want them to get burnt. The fact that you cannot turn the thing on and off or take the interior part out to wash it is cause for concern as the unit gets so hot and you have to leave it out until it cools down, which means you cannot leave it alone if you have kids or pets in the house because it is certainly a hazard to their health. It is also a hazard to ones own health because, obviously it blows up if enough steam from the food builds up in there. It is like an unsafe pressure cooker. It needs some sort of technology to regulate the build up of pressure inside of it so that it does not explode open!!!!! Consumers be WARNED this product is hazardous to your health. It can blow up and cause damage to you and your family if you are close by when all the food explodes from the unit. Egg on your face, anybody?