Garlic Herb Butter
Perfect Air Fryer Steak
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!
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! Serve it with this strawberry salad with glazed walnuts and some Texas Roadhouse rolls, and dinner is served!
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!
Perfect Air Fryer Steak Recipe
Course: Air Fryer Recipes2
servings10
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kcalIngredients
- 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
Directions
- 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!
