This recipe for juicy air fryer steak is incredibly easy and delivers perfectly cooked steak every time. Cooking steak in the air fryer is the best hassle-free way to cook it, and this recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
Remove steak from the refrigerator 20 minutes prior to cooking to allow it to reach room temperature before cooking.
Preheat air fryer to 400°F / 200°C.
Mix salt and pepper (or other seasoning) on a plate.
Pat steak dry, then brush or spray with a little olive oil. Press each side of the steak into the salt/pepper mix.
Place steak in air fryer basket. If you are cooking more than one, make sure they are not touching.
Air fry at 400°F / 200°C for 7 minutes for medium-rare (12 minutes for well-done). If you want to be precise about how well your steak is done, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature - it should be 135°F / 57°C for medium-rare steak [Note 2].
Remove steak from the air fryer, cover with aluminum foil and leave to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Try ribeye steak, filet mignon, top sirloin steak, or rump steak.
Steak cooking times depend on steak thickness and will vary with air fryer model. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature during cooking: