Description
Air Fryer Steak Recipe delivers juicy, tender results with crispy edges—perfect for fast weeknight dinners or effortless gourmet meals.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak
- 2 boneless steaks (ribeye, sirloin, or NY strip), about 1 inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Garlic Herb Butter
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat for 5 minutes. This ensures the steaks cook evenly and develop a nice crust.
- Prep the Steaks: Pat both sides of the steaks dry with paper towels, then rub evenly with olive oil. This helps the seasoning stick and promotes browning.
- Season: Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder over both sides of the steaks. Gently press the seasonings into the meat.
- Air Fry: Place the steaks in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness—125°F for rare, 135°F for medium-rare, or 145°F for medium.
- Make Garlic Herb Butter: While the steak cooks, mash together the softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a small bowl until well combined.
- Finish & Rest: Once done, immediately top each steak with a dollop of garlic herb butter. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep the steaks juicy and flavorful.
Notes
- Bring steaks to room temperature for even cooking.
- Adjust air fryer time for steak thickness and personal doneness preference.
- Letting the steak rest before slicing is essential for juiciness.
- Optional: Add a sprig of rosemary or thyme to the air fryer basket for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with garlic herb butter
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg