Perfect Air Fryer Ribeye Steak Recipe (2024)

You need no skill to create the perfect air fryer ribeye steak if you are cooking steaks in the air fryer.

You not only can make ribeye in the air fryer, but you can make other delicious cuts of meat in the air fryer like skirt steak, filet mignon, and sirloin steak. Adjust the cooking times based on the thickness of your steak and the doneness you prefer.

There are no excuses to reserve steak only for summer or even the weekend because the air fryer makes the steak so easy and delicious for you to have steak any night of the week.

Steak in the air fryer will be your go-to way to prepare steak, especially in winter.

In this post, you find the answer to some FAQ like;

• Ingredients to make ribeye steak in the air fryer?
• How to cook ribeye steak in an air fryer?
• What goes well with steak?
• How long to cook steak in the air fryer?
• How can you make steak juicy and tender?
• Equipment Used

Ingredients to make ribeye steak in the air fryer?

You can find the list of ingredients and the instructions for this air fryer recipe at the end of this post in the recipe card.

Boneless ribeye steak:If you prefer bone-in steak adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Peppercorn and salt: Add this to your liking or season with your favorite rub or spices.

Unsalted butter: Unsalted organic butter is best, but if you cannot afford to buy organic, go with regular unsalted butter, this helps to reduce the amount of sodium going into the steak. And butter imparts the flavor of the steak once cooked.

Minced garlic: Add a lot of flavor to the steak when combine with the butter and fresh herbs.

Fresh thyme: It works great with steak, and you can use Rosemary instead of thyme if that what you have on hand.

How to cook ribeye steak in the air fryer?

Cooking ribeye steak in the air fryer is very easy.

Preheat the Air fryer: First, you need to preheat the air fryer at 400 degree for 2 minutes.

Season the steak: Season the ribeye steak with salt and peppercorn to your liking or any steak rub you like.

Air frying steak: Place the steak in the air fryer basket and cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Let the steak rest for 8 to 10 minutes.

How to make garlic butter?

In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, and thyme, refrigerate

Serve the steak with the garlic butter mixture on top. Enjoy

Recipe tips

Season the steak with your favorite steak rub, or use any spices you like.

Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. You can make as many steaks can fit inside the air fryer basket but with enough room for the hot air to circulate around the steaks.

Once the steak is cooked, let the steak rest outside the air fryer basket to avoid overcooking.

What goes well with steak?

You can never go wrong with a side for steak if you keep in mind these tips;

Sauce: gives the extra flavor to steaks, like chimichurri, garlic butter, hollandaise, mushroom sauce, etc.

Potatoes of any kind are great first-side dishes for steak or the low carb option cauliflower.

Additional sides: Like roasted or steamed vegetables, salads, beans, slaw, etc.

Here are some clean eating recipes you can make to serve with your air fryer steaks.

Instant pot mashed cauliflower

Air Fryer Broccoli

Instant pot steamed asparagus

Instant pot Cuban black beans

How long to cook steak in the air fryer?

The cooking time will be determined by your ribeye steak's thickness and the doneness you like. So it's important to own an instant meat thermometer when cooking meat in the air fryer because each air fryer brand is different.

Use an instant meat thermometer to ensure it is done to your liking.

• For Rare 125 F. Set the air fryer to 8 minutes, turning halfway through.
• For Medium Rare 135 F. Set the air fryer to 10 minutes and flipping halfway through.
• For Medium 145 F. Set the air fryer to 12 minutes and turning the steak halfway through.
• For Medium Well 150 F. Set the air fryer to 14 minutes and turning halfway through.
• For Well Done 160 F. Set the air fryer to 15-17 minutes and flipping halfway through.

How can you make steak juicy and tender?

Thanks to the air fryer, you can make steak juicy and tender every single time. The air fryer helps you with an even sear and seal because you are not moving the steak until halfway through the cooking time.

Once the steak reaches your desired internal temperature, remove the steaks from the air fryer basket to avoid overcooking. Let the meat rest after cooking to redistribute the juices throughout the steak. That will result in a nice and juicy steak.

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Perfect Air Fryer Ribeye Steak Recipe

Yield: 1-2

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 17 minutes

You need no skill to create the perfect air fryer ribeye steak if you are cooking steaks in the air fryer. There are no excuses to reserve steak only for summer or even the weekend because the air fryer makes the steak so easy and delicious for you to have steak any night of the week.

Ingredients

Steak

• 1-2 (8 oz) Boneless ribeye steak
• Peppercorn and salt

Garlic Butter

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 F for 2 minutes. Prepare the steaks by seasoning with salt and peppercorn on each side.
   
2. Place the steak in the air fryer basket and cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Let the steak rest for 8 to 10 minutes.
   
3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, and thyme, refrigerate
   
4. Serve the steak with the garlic butter on top. Enjoy!

Notes

• Season the steak with your favorite steak rub, or use any spices you like.
  
• Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. You can make as many steaks can fit inside the air fryer basket but with enough room for the hot air to circulate around the steaks.
  
• Once the steak is cooked, let the steak rest outside the air fryer basket to avoid overcooking.
  
• The cooking time will be determined by your ribeye steak's thickness and the doneness you like. So it's important to own an instant meat thermometer when cooking meat in the air fryer because each air fryer brand is different.
  
• Use an instant meat thermometer to ensure it is done to your liking.
  For Rare 125 F. Set the air fryer to 8 minutes, turning halfway through.
  For Medium Rare 135 F. Set the air fryer to 10 minutes and flipping halfway through.
  For Medium 145 F. Set the air fryer to 12 minutes and turning the steak halfway through.
  For Medium Well 150 F. Set the air fryer to 14 minutes and turning halfway through.
  For Well Done 160 F. Set the air fryer to 15-17 minutes and flipping halfway through.
  

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 170Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 180mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 11g

Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on products used. When the recipe list salt to taste the amount of salt is not calculated​, only the sodium in the other ingredients​ is calculated.