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Air Fryer Steak

Juicy, tender air fryer steak with a beautifully browned crust and homemade garlic butter. Ready in about 20 minutes with minimal mess and effort.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer beef recipe, air fryer ribeye, air fryer steak, easy steak recipe, garlic butter steak, juicy air fryer steak, steak in air fryer
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 550kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Tongs
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients

  • 2 ribeye steaks, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • For Garlic Butter
  • 2 tsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

Prepare the steaks: Pat the ribeye steaks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking.

    Season the steaks: Brush both sides of the steaks lightly with olive oil. Combine the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, then rub the seasoning evenly over both sides of the steaks.

      Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3–5 minutes.

        Air fry: Place the steaks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space around them for proper airflow. Air fry at 400°F, flipping halfway through cooking.

          Check doneness: Cook until the steaks reach your preferred internal temperature. Use an instant-read meat thermometer for the most accurate results. Remove the steaks about 5°F before your target temperature because they will continue cooking while resting.

            Make the garlic butter: While the steaks cook, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt.

              Rest the steaks: Transfer the cooked steaks to a plate and loosely cover with foil. Let them rest for 5–10 minutes.

                Serve: Top the warm steaks with garlic butter and serve immediately with your favorite sides such as potatoes, asparagus, or roasted green beans.

                  Notes

                  • Use steaks that are at least 1 inch thick for the juiciest results.
                  • Air fryer models can vary, so cooking time may need to be adjusted.
                  • A meat thermometer is the best way to achieve your preferred doneness.
                  • Avoid overcrowding the basket so hot air can circulate around the steaks.
                  • Resting the steak before slicing helps keep the juices inside.
                  • For extra flavor, add garlic butter immediately after cooking while the steak is still hot.
                  • For the juiciest air fryer steak, don't skip drying and resting the meat. Patting the steak completely dry before seasoning helps it brown better, while resting it after cooking allows the juices to redistribute for a more tender bite.