Nutrichef PKRT97 Vertical Countertop Rotisserie Oven
- Control Type: Knob
- Door Style: Side Swing
- Door Material Type: Tempered Glass
- Item Weight: 13.2 pounds
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A multi-function countertop rotisserie with a reasonable accessory kit, best suited to smaller birds and shorter cook times given the 60-minute timer cap.
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ASIN: B01MAWQSW5Model: PKRT97Category: Rotisseries & Roasters
Overview
The NutriChef PKRT97 is a 1500W vertical countertop oven that bakes, broils, roasts and rotisseries in one unit, with a tempered glass door for watching the cook and included racks for kebabs and grilling.
Vertical rotisserie ovens cook by rotating food around a central heating element rather than under a fixed broiler, which is the main reason NutriChef pitches this for whole birds. The timer tops out at 60 minutes, so anything needing a longer roast has to be restarted partway through. It ships with a full accessory set, including kebab skewers, two bake racks, a bake pan and a drip tray, rather than requiring separate purchases for each cooking mode.
- 1500W heating element
- Adjustable temperature and 60-minute timer
- 11 x 10 x 12.8 inch interior
- Includes kebab rack and bake pan
Who it's for
Suits anyone wanting a compact rotisserie for a whole chicken or turkey breast without a full-size oven, plus kebabs and grilling in the same unit. Less useful for large turkeys or any cook needing more than an hour of unattended run time.
Pros and cons
- Rotisserie, bake, broil and kebab modes in one unit
- Glass door lets you watch the cook
- Ships with skewers, racks, pan and drip tray
- 60-minute timer cap limits long roasts
- Interior size limits it to smaller birds
Performance notes
Rapid air circulation inside the vertical chamber is what NutriChef credits for even cooking around the rotisserie forks, rather than relying on a single heat source hitting one side of the food. The 11 x 10 x 12.8 inch interior sets a real ceiling on bird size, worth checking against a Thanksgiving turkey before buying. Because the timer caps at 60 minutes, longer roasts need to be reset partway through rather than run in one pass.
Specifications
| Brand | NutriChef |
|---|---|
| Model | PKRT97 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 13.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13.5 × 16.5 × 21.5 inches |
| Size | One Size |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Temperature Range | 200 - 464 °F |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Tempered Glass |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Number Of Shelves | 2 |
| Material | Plastic, Stainless Steel, Tempered Glass |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Knob |
| Door Style | Side Swing |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | PKRT97 |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Adjustable Thermostat, Large Capacity, Manual, Rust Resistant, Timer |
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Frequently asked questions
What size turkey fits the NutriChef PKRT97?
The interior measures 11 x 10 x 12.8 inches, which suits a smaller turkey or turkey breast rather than a large whole bird.
What cooking modes does the PKRT97 support?
It bakes, broils, roasts and rotisseries, and comes with a kebab rack for skewers.
How long can the NutriChef rotisserie run at once?
The timer is adjustable up to 60 minutes per cycle, so longer cooks need to be restarted.