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Air fryer steak topped with melted garlic herb butter on a plate

Easy Air Fryer Steak with Garlic Butter

Learn how to make juicy Air Fryer Steak with garlic herb butter in about 20 minutes, including resting time. Made with simple seasonings and thick-cut ribeye or New York strip, this easy recipe is perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 steaks
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 thick-cut steaks 1 to 1.5 inches thick, ribeye or NY strip
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp coarse kosher salt
  • ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary
For the Garlic Herb Butter
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 1 clove garlic finely minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped

Method
 

  1. Prep the Steak: Take your steaks out of the refrigerator 15–20 minutes before cooking. Pat both sides completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Season: Rub both sides with olive oil. In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried herbs. Season steaks generously on all sides.
  3. Preheat: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  4. Air Fry: Place steaks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
    Medium-Rare: 8–10 minutes (flip at 5 mins, internal temp 135°F).
    Medium: 10–12 minutes (flip at 6 mins, internal temp 145°F).
    Well-Done: 12–14 minutes (flip at 7 mins, internal temp 160°F+).
  5. Rest & Serve: Mix softened butter, minced garlic, and fresh parsley. Top cooked steaks immediately with the garlic butter and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Cut Thickness: Always choose steaks that are at least 1-inch thick. Thin cuts overcook quickly before getting a nice brown exterior.
  • Internal Temp: Air fryers vary in power. Use an instant-read meat thermometer for exact doneness.
  • Resting: Don't skip the 5-minute rest period; it keeps the juices inside the meat.