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My Air Fryer Steak is a favorite around here for a reason! It’s perfectly seared, super juicy, and so full of flavor—it’s my go-to way to make steak!
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!
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 inside—every time.
- Incredible Flavor: Don’t skip the herb garlic butter—it’s a game changer! One reader even said, “The herb garlic butter on top was the chef’s kiss!!!” – Brittany
Ingredients Needed
- Seasonings: Change up the seasoning depending on your personal preference. You could use Cajun seasoning, lemon pepper seasoning, my homemade steak seasoning, or whatever you like!
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. (135°F)
- Medium: Cook for 12 minutes, flipping at 6 minutes (145°F)
- Well-Done: Cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway. (160°F)
For perfect doneness, use a meat thermometer and remove the steak about 5°F before 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
- Combine: In a small bowl, add unsalted butter, garlic, fresh rosemary, thyme, and parsley.
- 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 250°F and heat the steak until it reaches an internal temperature of 110°F 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.
What To Serve With Air Fryer Steak
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Ingredients
Steak
- 2 Ribeye, New York, or Tri Tip steaks 1-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Herb Butter
- ¼ cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley
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 ¼ 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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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I used a t bone and it was delicious
I fixed filets with your recipe. It was delicious and perfect
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
I followed the recipe carefully and the steak turned out quite tough. I was so disappointed.
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.
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.
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.
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!!!!
Followed cooking instructions, 10 minutes at 400 (5 per side) led to well done, steak was over 1inch thick
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.
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?
Hi Bobbi, totally not a stupid question. You can just set it to the Air Fy setting!
Perfect
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.