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My Air Fryer Steak is a favorite around here for a reason! Itโ€™s perfectly seared, super juicy, and so full of flavorโ€”itโ€™s my go-to way to make steak!

Perfect Air Fryer Steak with golden seared outside and tender juicy inside. Topped with garlic butter and a side of beans and potatoes.

A Reader’s Review

OMGosh! SO easy, tender, quick and delicious! Absolutely perfect! I was shocked that it was so good. My husband, who will only eat GRILLED steaks marveled at this recipe. Thank you, Alyssa, for your scrumptious variety of foods!

– Susan

Life Changing Air Fryer Steak

  • Quick & Easy: Ready in half the time of grilling, with no extra work.
  • Perfect Texture: Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy insideโ€”every time.
  • Incredible Flavor: Donโ€™t skip the herb garlic butterโ€”itโ€™s a game changer! One reader even said, โ€œThe herb garlic butter on top was the chefโ€™s kiss!!!โ€ โ€“ Brittany

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Overhead shot of labeled steak ingredients.
Overhead shot of labeled garlic herb butter ingredients.

Instructions on How To Cook Steak in an Air Fryer

Air frying a steak is a total game changer! It’s quick, juicy, and so easy, you might ditch the grill for good!

Steak

  • Prep: Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, prepare the steaks by rubbing them with olive oil on each side.
  • Cook: Rub Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper on each side of the steaks. Add the steaks to the air fryer basket and then cook for 12 minutes, turning over after 6 minutes. When done to your preference, let the steaks rest for 10 minutes.

Steak Cooking Times and Temps

  • Medium-Rare: Cook for 10 minutes, flipping at 5 minutes. (135ยฐF)
  • Medium: Cook for 12 minutes, flipping at 6 minutes (145ยฐF)
  • Well-Done:ย Cook for 12โ€“15 minutes, flipping halfway. (160ยฐF)

For perfect doneness, use a meat thermometer and remove the steak aboutย 5ยฐF beforeย it hits your target temp (it’ll continue cooking as it rests).

Top Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Steak

  • Room Temperature: Have your steaks at room temperature before cooking for the best results. This helps the steak cook evenly.
  • Use Dry Steak: Pat your steak dry with a paper towel before cooking to ensure even browning.
  • Spacing: Avoid overcrowding the air fryer so the air can circulate evenly around the steaks.

Garlic Herb Butter

  1. Combine: In a small bowl, add unsalted butter, garlic, fresh rosemary, thyme, and parsley.
  2. Mix: Mix until smooth, and serve the steaks smothered in the garlic butter!

How to Store Leftover Steak

Got leftover steak? If the answer is yes, save it for tacos, fajitas, salads, sandwiches, and more! Here’s how to store and reheat it properly.

  • In the Refrigerator: Store your steak in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • To Reheat: Preheat your oven to 250ยฐF and heat the steak until it reaches an internal temperature of 110ยฐF for the best results.
  • Serve Cold: Slice the steak thinly and let it come to room temperature for a few minutes. Then, add it to a salad or make a tasty steak sandwich.
Perfect Air Fryer Steak with golden seared outside and tender juicy inside. Topped with garlic butter.

What To Serve With Air Fryer Steak

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Juicy Air Fryer Steak

4.80 from 55 votes
By: Alyssa Rivers
Crispy on the edges, juicy in the middleโ€”this easy air fryer steak nails it every time.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 Steaks

Ingredients 

Steak

Garlic Herb Butter

Instructions 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare the 2 Ribeye, New York, or Tri Tip steaks by rubbing them with 1 tablespoon olive oil on each side.
  • Rub 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper on each side of the steaks.
  • Add the steaks to the air fryer basket and cook for 12 minutes, turning over after 6 minutes. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, add ยผ cup softened unsalted butter, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, and 1 teaspoon fresh parsley.
  • Stir until the butter is smooth and combined, and serve the steaks smothered in the garlic butter!

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Notes

Updated April 4, 2025

Nutrition

Calories: 506kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 46gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 242mgPotassium: 335mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 796IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
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About Alyssa Rivers

Alyssa Rivers is the author of 'The Tried and True Cookbook', a professional food photographer and experienced recipe-developer. Having a passion for cooking, her tried and true recipes have been featured on Good Morning America, Today Food, Buzzfeed and more.

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164 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    As a man who basically grills or smokes his meals every weekend I was skeptical to throw a steak in the air fryer , I did today and was not disappointed , did 400 at 10 mins 5 each side and came out lil brown outside pretty pink inside , thanks

    1. Cyndy, I’m sorry your steak turned out tough. That is so frustrating. Air fryers can be so temperamental and different from one to the next. I would recommend, cooking for less time in the future and checking the doneness, before putting it back in to cook the rest of the way if needed.

  2. One of the worst steaks I’ve ever eaten. Cooked less time than recommended for a medium rare steak, and it was very tough and basically medium well.

    1. I’m sorry your steak was tough. I would recommend starting with even less time, your air fryer might cook quicker. Check the steak and then add more time accordingly.

  3. Alyssa,
    This was really good and super simple!!! And next to no clean up, I made a ribeye for maself and a filet mignon for ma wife, nice and easy cooked perfect!!!
    Thank you for shareing!!!!

    1. Ah man, I am so sorry! Air fryers are hard to get exactly right. Now you know to cook it for less time per side, depending how done you want it.

  4. This may be a stupid question, but I’ve read the article 4 times to find my answer, and it’s not there…
    ? What setting are you using on your air fryer?
    Mine is a convection type with 11 settings… Air Fry, Bake, Broil, etc… which do I use?

  5. 5 stars
    One of the best steaks I have ever had. When I had my first bite, I could feel the perfect crunch on the exterior with a pink (medium rare) center. The garlic butter with the combination of herbs were perfect! I did sear my steak quickly before placing it into the air fryer but the outcome was wonderful.