Did you know you can cook deliciously juicy steak in your air fryer? Yes, it's true! This super easy recipe will have you making all your steaks in the air fryer from now on! They come out so juicy, flavor-packed, and less greasy, and are all done in under 15 minutes, with just 1 minute of prep!
You Won't Believe How Tasty Air Fryer Steak Is!
Cooking steak in your air fryer might sound weird, but trust me, it's a total game-changer! Since I found out how easy it is, and how delicious the steak comes out, I rarely cook steak any other way.
Especially when I need something hands-off that I don't have to constantly watch. Air fryer steak is all done in under 15 minutes, and that's time when I can do something else - like prep a side salad, or have a shower.
It's also less greasy since we don't need to add a lot of oil and butter, and super juicy. The only thing you don't get is that super crusty sear - which is worth it to me, because everything else is so much better about it.
A Nice Steak + Some Seasonings
How to Find a Good Ribeye Steak
When shopping for ribeye, look for one that is bright red and has a big eye (that's the big piece of white fat in the middle of the steak) and a lot of marbling (that's the flecks of fat spread throughout the meat).
How to Season Your Steak
In the recipe card below, I've included my favorite steak seasoning. But you can use any steak seasoning you like - homemade or store bought.
My seasoning is more of a slightly oily rub, but you can also marinate your steak first. If you do, I recommend using the marinade for my air fryer steak bites, but you can also use something else.
Or just use salt and pepper! With a good steak, that goes a long way.
3 Simple Steps for the Juiciest Steak
1. Get Your Steak Ready
You want to start with a room temperature steak, so bring it out from the fridge 30 minutes in advance. Then pat it dry, season and place in a preheated air fryer basket.
2. Cook
Air fry your steak until it's slightly below your desired cook point (see suggested times and temperatures below). You'll want to flip it once about halfway.
2. Rest
Don't skip this step! Wrap the steak in aluminum foil and allow to rest about 5 minutes. This will finish the cooking so it reaches your desired cook point, but you minimize the risk of the steak drying out or going above your desired temperature.
Top Tips for Air Frying Steak
- If you can, do bring the steak out ahead of time. For best results you want it to reach room temperature before cooking. This helps it cook quicker and more evenly.
- Cook in a single layer and do not overcrowd the basket. Do not place steaks on top of each other and make sure there is some room around the steaks for the air to circulate. If you have a lot of steaks to cook, cook them in batches. You can allow the already cooked ones to keep resting in aluminum foil until they are all done.
- Use a meat thermometer and know your temperature point. This helps make sure it's cooked exactly right. See guidance below regarding what temperature to aim for.
- Always allow your steak to rest before serving. It really does make a difference for how juicy and delicious it turns out.
- Want to cook frozen steak? You can, and you don't even have to thaw it first! Check out my guide to cooking frozen steak in your air fryer for all the details.
Recommended Internal Temperature for Steak
I recommend cooking steak to about 5 degrees Fahrenheit below the setpoint and then allowing it to rest covered for at least 5 minutes. The temperature will rise up to 5-7 degrees Fahrenheit (2-3 degrees Celsius) while resting.
| If you want it... | Goal temperature | Rest from |
| Rare | 120-125°F (48-52°C) | 118-120°F / 46-48°C |
| Medium Rare | 130°F (54°C) | 125°F / 52°C |
| Medium | 140°F (60°C) | 135°F / 58°C |
| Medium Well | 150°F (65°C) | 145°F / 63°C |
| Well Done | 155°F (68°C) | 150°F / 66°C |
How Long to Cook 1-Inch Steak
| Rare | 6-7 minutes |
| Medium Rare | 7-9 minutes |
| Medium | 8-10 minutes |
| Medium Well | 9-11 minutes |
| Well Done | 10-12 minutes |
How Long to Cook ½-Inch Steak
| Rare | 3-4 minutes |
| Medium Rare | 4-5 minutes |
| Medium | 5-6 minutes |
| Medium Well | 6-7 minutes |
| Well Done | 6-8 minutes |
What to Do with Leftovers
Storing: Store leftover steak in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Reheat steak in your air fryer for best results. You can also cut into pieces and fry stovetop in oil or butter until heated through.
Best Sides to Serve With Steak
- Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes50 Minutes
- Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes30 Minutes
- Cheesy Mashed Potatoes35 Minutes
- Air Fryer Steak Fries25 Minutes
Best Sauces to Serve With Steak
- Buffalo Dipping Sauce2 Minutes
- Beef Gravy Recipe5 Minutes
- Dijonnaise5 Minutes
- 2-minute Gluten Free BBQ Sauce2 Minutes
More Quick & Easy Air Fryer Steak Recipes
- Air Fryer Steak Bites50 Minutes
- Air Fryer Flank Steak45 Minutes
- Air Fryer Steak Tips10 Minutes
- How to Air Fry Frozen Steak12 Minutes
Recipe
Air Fryer Ribeye Steak
Print RateIngredients
- 1 (8 oz) ribeye steak 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil neutral cooking oil or olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt or garlic powder + a pinch of salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
To serve
- sea salt flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer by running it with the air fryer basket in at 390°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and black pepper.1 tsp vegetable oil, ¼ tsp Worcestershire sauce, ½ tsp garlic salt, ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- Pat the steak dry and rub with the seasoning on all sides.1 (8 oz) ribeye steak
- Place steak in air fryer basket and air fry for 8 minutes (medium rare) at 390°F (200°C) , turning once halfway.The time will vary depending on how thick your steak is, how done you want it to be, and your specific air fryer model.
- Check the temperature with a meat termometer. See the guide below if you are unsure of which temperature to aim for.The temperature will keep rising while the steak is resting.
- Wrap the steak in foil and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes just before serving.sea salt flakes
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Notes
- Seasoning: Use the one suggested or your favorite kind, or opt for a marinade or just salt and pepper.
- Cook in a single layer and do not overcrowd the basket. Do not place steaks on top of each other and make sure there is some room around the steaks for the air to circulate. If you have a lot of steaks to cook, cook them in batches. You can allow the already cooked ones to keep resting in aluminum foil until they are all done.
- Cook time will vary, it depends on the size thickness of your steak and your specific air fryer.
- Store leftover steak in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months
- Reheat steak in your air fryer or cut in pieces and fry stove top
Recommended Cooking Time & Internal Temperature
The cooking time below is for a 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick steak, but the internal temperature will be the same regardless of the thickness. A ½-inch (1.2 cm) thick steak will generally need 1-2 minutes more than half the time stated. Rare: 6-7 minutes, to 120-125°F (48-52°C) (rest from 118-120°F / 46-48°C) Medium rare: 8 minutes, to 130°F (54°C) (rest from 125°F / 52°C) Medium: 9 minutes, to 140°F (60°C) (rest from 135°F / 58°C) Medium-well: 10 minutes, to150°F (65°C) (rest from 145°F / 63°C) Well done: 11-12 minutes, to 155°F (68°C) (rest from 150°F / 66°C)Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
Jennifer S
Why Worchestershire sauce??
Emmeline Kemperyd
Hi Jennifer,
I've always used Worcestershire sauce to season my steaks, I find it adds a lot of great flavor. If you don't enjoy it, or don't have it, you can always exclude it.
/Emmeline
Claudia
Received mixed reviews from my family. Mostly that searing in a cast iron skillet would be better after the air fry.
Emmeline Kemperyd
Hi Claudia! If you want that crispy sear on the outside I do recommend cooking them in a cast iron skillet. The air fryer is a great way to not have to deal with cooking it stove top though! /Emmeline
Jean
Was truly amazing!!
Used whipped butter (when serving)
Thanks for a great steak recipe- Jean (Scotland)
Emmeline Kemperyd
Hi Jean! Thank you for your comment. So happy it turned out well for you! It's definitely one of my favorite ways to cook steak 🙂 /Emmeline