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Air Fryer Steak

Air Fryer Steak | Juicy, Tender & Easy Steak Recipe

This Air Fryer Steak is perfectly seasoned, cooked to juicy perfection, and finished with rich garlic butter. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an easy restaurant-quality dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks 1-inch thick
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer 4–6 quart or larger
  • 1 Meat Thermometer For perfect doneness
  • 1 Tongs Flip steak safely
  • 1 Small Bowl Garlic butter
  • 1 Cutting Board Resting steak

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for 3 minutes.Pat the steaks dry with paper towels.Rub both sides with olive oil.Mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and dried parsley. Coat the steaks evenly.Place the steaks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.Cook for 5 minutes, then flip.Cook another 4–6 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness.Mix the butter, minced garlic, and fresh parsley.Remove the steaks and immediately top with the garlic butter.Rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Choose steaks about 1 inch thick.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.
  • Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
  • Ribeye offers the richest flavor, while sirloin is leaner.
  • Finish with garlic butter for steakhouse flavor.
    Always let the steak rest for 5 minutes after cooking so the juices stay inside the meat.