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A bowl filled with bite-sized pieces of cooked Air Fryer Steak Bites, garnished with chopped parsley and minced garlic.
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Air Fryer Steak Bites

Make juicy air fryer steak bites in just 10 minutes. This easy garlic butter steak bites recipe is tender, flavorful, and perfect for a quick dinner or appetizer.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer steak bites, steak bites
Servings: 4
Calories: 329kcal
Author: Alicia

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds top sirloin steak cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional

Instructions

  • Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels. This helps them brown instead of steam.
    1 ½ pounds top sirloin steak
  • Place steak in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
    1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss again so every piece is evenly seasoned.
    1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Place steak bites in a single layer in the basket. Do not overcrowd. Cook in batches if needed.
  • Air fry for 4 to 5 minutes, shake the basket, then cook another 3 to 5 minutes depending on desired doneness.
  • For medium rare, aim for about 130 to 135 degrees internal temperature. For medium, cook to about 140 to 145 degrees.
  • While the steak cooks, melt butter in a small skillet over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Do not brown the garlic.
    3 Tablespoons butter, 2 cloves garlic
  • Transfer hot steak bites to a bowl. Pour garlic butter over the top and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
    1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Notes

  • Even pieces: Cut your steak into evenly sized cubes for consistent cooking.
  • Preheat first: Always preheat the air fryer for better browning.
  • Give them space: Overcrowding the basket prevents the air flow they need.
  • Let steak rest: Rest them for a few minutes before serving so the juices have time to redistribute.

Nutrition

Calories: 329kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 746mg | Potassium: 639mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 471IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 3mg