Juicy Air Fryer Steak

This Juicy Air Fryer Steak is perfectly seared on the outside and tender, flavorful, and juicy on the inside. It’s an easy, restaurant-quality meal that’s ready in less than 20 minutes.

Ingredients

• 2 ribeye, New York strip, or sirloin steaks (8 oz / 225 g each, about 1 inch thick)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)

Garlic Herb Butter (Optional)

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Remove the steaks from the refrigerator 20–30 minutes before cooking.
2. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels.
3. Rub both sides with olive oil and season evenly with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and thyme or rosemary.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
5. Place the steaks in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
6. Cook, flipping halfway through:
   • Rare (125°F / 52°C): 7–8 minutes
   • Medium-Rare (130–135°F / 54–57°C): 8–10 minutes
   • Medium (140–145°F / 60–63°C): 10–12 minutes
   • Medium-Well (150°F / 66°C): 12–13 minutes
   • Well Done (160°F / 71°C): 13–15 minutes
7. If using garlic herb butter, mix the butter, garlic, and parsley, then spread it over the hot steaks immediately after cooking.
8. Let the steaks rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking Time

• Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 20–30 minutes to bring to room temperature)
• Cook Time: 7–15 minutes
• Rest Time: 5–10 minutes
• Total Time: About 25–40 minutes

Servings: 2

Tips

• Use a meat thermometer for perfectly cooked steak every time.
• Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket so the hot air circulates properly.
• Resting the steak before slicing helps keep the juices inside.
• Top with garlic herb butter, compound butter, or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for extra flavor.
• Serve with air fryer baked potatoes, roasted asparagus, mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, or a crisp green salad.