You can fit a lot in the inner pot, but for best results, remember to give your food room to breathe and don't crowd food items.Place food items in a single layer or use the multi-level air fryer basket, and ensure there is room for the hot air to circulate freely.We recommend pre-heating the Air Fryer Lid and inner pot before adding most foods to the inner pot for cooking. The only caveat is when using the Bake Smart Program. Due to the small cooking area, we recommend placing your baking dish in the inner pot before turning the Air Fryer Lid on.