Air Fryer Steak

This Air Fryer Steak delivers a beautifully seared crust and a tender, juicy center with minimal effort. Finished with my homemade steak butter, it’s an easy way to enjoy steakhouse-quality results at home.

I love to serve alongside classic steakhouse sides like loaded baked potatoes and roasted green beans.

sliced Air Fryer Steak on a cutting board

Holly’s Recipe Highlights: Air Fryer Steak

Flavor: This steak is rich, beefy, and buttery with a savory, well-seasoned crust and a juicy, tender interior.
Why Make It: Faster than heating the grill, this air fryer recipe gives consistent results with minimal effort. It’s practically foolproof!
Serving Suggestions: Serve with classic steakhouse sides or thin slice and serve in a beef stir fry or inside a Philly cheesesteak.

Total Time: 18 Mins Serves: 2 Steaks Cooking Method: Air Fryer

Ingredient Notes

Steaks: Use ribeye, sirloin (great budget-friendly option), or New York steak, but make sure they are thicker steaks. At least ¾-inch, but I prefer 1-inch for the best results.
Steak Seasoning: Use your favorite steak seasoning blend, or season with coarse salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
Marinade (optional): For an extra pop of flavor, try my homemade steak marinade, or toss in a zippered bag with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and some Italian seasoning for an hour or two before cooking.

How to Make Air Fryer Steak

seasoning to steak to make Air Fryer Steak

Let the steaks come to room temp, then rub with oil and seasoning.

adding steaks to air fryer to make Air Fryer Steak

Air fry until they reach desired doneness (full recipe below). Let rest, then serve!

How Long to Air Fry Steaks

Refer to your owner’s guide for precise cooking information from your appliance, but here’s a general guideline for a 1″ steak.

Rare: 6 to 7 minutes (125°F)
Medium Rare: 7 to 8 minutes (135°F )
Medium: 8 to 10 minutes (145°F)
Medium Well: 10 to 11 minutes (155°F)
Well-Done: 12 to 15 minutes (160°F)

Use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part to determine the internal temperature, and take the steak out about 5° below your desired doneness. The residual heat will finish bringing it to temperature.

Pat Dry: Pat the steaks dry before seasoning for better browning.
The Best Crust: Always preheat the air fryer and use room temperature steaks for the best results.
Cook in a Single Layer: Avoid overcrowding the air fryer so the air can circulate evenly around the steak.
Let Rest: Allow the steaks to rest for at least 5 minutes after cooking to help seal in the juices before serving.

Storing Leftovers

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F or in a covered skillet with a splash of broth.

Steakhouse Favorites at Home

Did you enjoy the following Air Fryer Steak Recipe? Leave a comment and rating below.

image of Everyday Comfort cookbook by Holly Nilsson of Spend With Pennies plus text

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 8 minutes

Rest Time 5 minutes

Total Time 18 minutes

Remove steaks from the fridge at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
Rub the steaks with olive oil and melted butter. Generously season on each side.
Add the steaks to the air fryer basket and cook 8 to 12 minutes (flipping after 4 minutes) or until steaks reach desired doneness.
Remove steaks from the air fryer and transfer to a plate. Rest at least 5 minutes before serving.
Top with additional butter if desired and serve.

Air Fryers can vary, cook times are approximate. I highly suggest a meat thermometer (until you know your Air Fryer) to ensure steaks don’t overcook. If your steak is cold from the fridge, it will need more time.
Steaks that are a minimum of ¾” thick (or thicker) cook best in the air fryer
Cook times are for a 1″ steak; adjust times as needed for thinner or thicker steaks.

Medium Rare: Cook the steak 8-9 minutes flipping after 4 minutes.
Medium: Cook the steak 9-11 minutes flipping after 4 minutes.
Medium Well: Cook the steak 11-12 minutes flipping after 4 minutes.

Avoid overcrowding the air fryer so the air can circulate evenly around the steaks.
Once the steak is cooked, remove it from the basket while it rests.
Leftovers: Keep leftover steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Beef, Dinner, Entree, Main Course

Cuisine American

© SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.