Air Fryer Steak Recipe

Grab our handy guide to cooking the perfect golden brown steak in the air fryer in under 15 minutes!

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Course: Beef

Prep Time: 2

Cook Time: 12

Additional Time: 10

Total Time: 24

Servings: steaks

Calories: 493kcal

Author: Sarah Penrod

2 steaks any cuts from the list above are perfect
1-2 tablespoons kosher salt
garlic powder
onion powder
black pepper
[Meater Thermometer Probe optional]
Optional: You can finish the steaks with a dollop of compound butter and a sprinkle of parsley if you like.

Using a paper towel, pat your steak(s) dry on both sides.
Salt both sides of your steak, place it on a baking rack and allow it to sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
After they've sat for 30-60 minutes, pat them dry again to make sure as much moisture is removed from the surface to get the most browning possible.
Season both sides of your steak(s) with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder or your own preferred seasoning blend.
If you have a Meater or other oven-safe probe thermometer, insert it into your steak(s).
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees.
Place your steak(s) in the air fryer.
If you're not using a probe, follow the Air Fryer Steak Time chart above for the TIMES listed to flip your steak and pull it out of your air fryer. (We've already accounted for the 5 degrees that your steak will rise from carryover cooking).
If you're an oven-safe probe, follow the Air Fryer Steak Time chart above for the TEMPERATURES listed to flip your steak and pull it out of your air fryer. (We've already accounted for the 5 degrees that your steak will rise from carryover cooking).
Use an instant-read thermometer to probe your steaks to ensure you're pulling them off at the temperature listed in the Cooking Chart.
Rest your steak for about 8-10 minutes.
Enjoy your juicy, perfectly cooked steak with all of your favorite steakhouse sides. We hope it's your new favorite way to cook steaks. We certainly think it is!