These juicy and flavor filled Air Fryer Steak Bites taste just like they've been cooked on the grill or in a cast iron skillet, and make the perfect addition to a hearty meat and potatoes meal or a delicious and healthy salad!
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It has rained in Kentucky almost every single day for the past year, so grilling has just not been an option for me. About a month ago, I ran across a video of Gordon Ramsay making turkey burgers in an air fryer, so I decided to try a few things and see how they turned out. The first thing I tried was these Air Fryer Mini Burgers with Cheese. They turned out so amazing...perfectly charred on the outside and nice and juicy on the inside! I've also been cooking Air Fryer Grilled Chicken, Perfectly Cooked Air Fryer Steaks and Veggies on a regular basis! I am constantly amazed at what my air fryer can cook! Onto the steak bites...I bought mine from Trader Joe's, but you can find steak bites (steak cut into bite size pieces) in most grocery stores in the beef section. I couldn't believe how easy they were to make, but I documented the entire process from start to finish on my Instagram stories...you can find them HERE under the Food and Drink Tab! I love sharing easy ways to cook food on IG stories, so make sure you are following along on Instagram by following me @mom4real!
I love these steak bites tossed in my favorite Black n' Blue Salad with some avocado and baby kale! It is absolutely to die for and low carb/keto friendly too!
How to Cook Steak in an Air Fryer
You can cook steak bites in the air fryer by following the directions below, or you can check out How to Cook a Perfect Air Fryer Steak HERE if you prefer a full steak!
Printable Air Fryer Cooking Times Chart
Figuring out just how long to cook different foods in an air fryer can be confusing if you are new to air frying. To make things a little easier, I created this free Printable Air Fryer Times Chart that you can print and use at home or download to you phone or tablet for quick reference!
Easy Air Fryer Steak Bites
- Total Time: 14 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings
Description
These juicy and flavor filled Air Fryer Steak Bites taste just like they've been cooked on the grill or in a cast iron skillet, and make the perfect addition to a hearty meat and potatoes meal or a delicious and healthy salad!
Ingredients
- Sirloin Steak Bites or a 1lb. sirloin steak cut into bite size pieces
- Steak seasoning or salt and pepper
- Olive oil
- An Air Fryer - I have a Philips XL Air Fryer and also a Gourmia Air Fryer which is a little less expensive.
Instructions
- Start by preheating your air fryer to 390° or 400°.
- Place the steak bites in a bowl and add about a tablespoon of steak seasoning or season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in a tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat all of the steak bites.
- Place the steak bites in a single layer in your air fryer basket and cook for 5 minutes.
- Turn the steak bites over and cook for an additional 4 minutes for medium steak. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes for medium well and a couple minutes less for medium rare.
- Remove from the air fryer and allow them to rest for 5-10 minutes so the meat will retain its juices.
- Enjoy in a salad or with your favorite veggies for lunch or dinner!
Notes
Serve these steak bites in a delicious Black n' Blue Salad or with potatoes and veggies for a hearty meal!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
Keywords: steak, air fryer, steak bites, steak tips
Annette says
Try them tossed in Sesame Seeds either before or after frying for an added nutty tang. They are particularly tasty done like this with a salad. I too am a confirmed Air Fryer devotee - and I have 2 as well - a 10L and a 4L and they get used daily by and for my family.
Thanks for the recipe.
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Carly Koehn says
Could you do this with stew meat for the "browning" and then toss them in the stew to braise?
Jessica says
Absolutely!
Dionne Blakemore says
That's a great idea! But I just cooked up the stew meat as steak bites today, and it was pretty good! No filet mingon, but perfect for when I pull the wrong meat out of the freezer!
Tracy says
Wow! What a fast and delicious meal! Thanks for sharing such a quick and simple recipe!
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Barbara says
Yummy. Did not know what to do with the steak bites as I didn’t want to skewer them with beggies
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Rita says
Excellent and easy recipe! My kids loved it!
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Jessica says
So happy they loved it! xoxo, Jess
Dionne Blakemore says
I just cooked up the stew meat as steak bites today, and it was pretty good! No filet mignon, but perfect for when I pull the wrong meat out of the freezer! I'll definitely try this again with a better cut of meat ;)
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Jessica says
So happy it worked out for you!
Lori says
Trying this tonight with rice pilaf. Brand new to air fryer so I’m keeping my fingers crossed. I’m using rib eye steak.
Bill says
Used my venison stew meat. Marinated overnight in balsamic vinegar. Lightly patted before adding steak seasoning. Tender and delicious
Glenda says
I'm loving my air fryer more and more every day. Recipes like this one are the reason. Absolutely delicious!
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Brenda Buck says
My first time cooking steak chunks in an air fryer. They turned out delicious!
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