Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak
Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak
I still remember refusing to make steak in an air fryer — until this recipe changed everything! Now, I’ll never go back. This Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak is juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked with a rich buttery finish. You’ll swear it came from a steakhouse!
💛 Why You’ll Love This
✅ Ready in under 15 minutes
✅ Tender and juicy inside, crispy outside
✅ No splatter, no mess
✅ Easy enough for weeknights, fancy enough for date night
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 ribeye steaks (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tbsp butter (softened)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of rosemary or thyme
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1 – Make Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix butter, garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
Step 2 – Prep Steaks
Pat steaks dry and rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread a light layer of the garlic butter mixture over both sides of each steak.
Step 3 – Air Fry
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Place steaks in the basket (single layer).
Air fry for:
- 8 minutes for medium-rare
- 10 minutes for medium
Flip halfway through for even searing.
Step 4 – Rest & Finish
Let the steak rest for 5 minutes after cooking.
Top with an extra pat of garlic butter and let it melt right over that hot crust. 🤤
✨ Pro Tips
💡 Always preheat your air fryer — it helps create that perfect sear.
💡 Use a meat thermometer: 130°F = medium-rare, 140°F = medium.
💡 Want more flavor? Add a dash of Worcestershire or soy sauce to the butter mix.
