Crispy, juicy air fryer steak bites cooked to perfection in minutes a quick and flavorful meal or snack that’s sure to satisfy every craving!

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With these Cajun butter garlic steak bites, steak cooking gets simplified. Precise, easy and done in minutes, it is easy to see why these steak bites are a favorite. They are tender, juicy full of flavor and downright addicting with each bite.

An air fryer is a worthy investment because it makes steak cooking so easy. These air fryer steak bites take just four minutes to cook and even less time to dry out, so anyone can manage to get it right. With one bite of air fryer steak everyone will be waiting to try more.

These steak cooking pieces maximize flavor and reduce the need for anyone to marinate these steak bits.

Steak Bites Grocery List

To experiment with steak bites, the Cosori Air Fryer does the job pretty well. Here is a short list of everything needed to make delicious steak bites.

For the steak:

Thick-cut ribeye steak: A delicious cut of meat is everything for steak. Every ribeye calls for good marbling, and if given properly, will provide the most juicy bits. Every steak lover will tell you ribeye is great, but a sirloin will do just fine. Stay away from cheaper cuts that require a lot of time to become softer.

Olive oil: Do not attempt using cooking oil sprays on the air fryer because these non-stick sprays can actually ruin the air fryer’s coating. A reusable aerosol bottle filled with olive oil works just fine.

For the seasoning:

Garlic powder
Salt
Brown sugar or Sukrin Gold sweetener
Cajun seasoning (mild)
Sweet smoked paprika
Dried parsley

For the garlic butter:

Softened butter mixed with the seasoning blend. For an extra garlicky boost, a minced garlic clove may also be added.

Steps to Prepare Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Getting the steak ready: The steak is cut into equal-sized cubes. Drizzle some oil on them, or use a spray bottle for even coverage.
Season the cubes: The remaining seasoning mixture, after set aside, can be combined with softened butter. For a seasoned steak, sprinkle over the cubes generously for an even coat.
Preheat your air fryer: Your air fryer should be set to 400ºF and activated for 5 minutes. Don’t skip this step. This step helps sear the best with your steak for the first 3-5 seconds of the cook.
Completely cook the steak shots: Stake cubes should be arranged evenly and in a single layer, so there’s no overcrowding in the air fryer basket. Cook while shaking the basket mid-way to 3-5 minutes for even fashion cooking. The short cooking time allows the brown, juicy tender flavor, especially on the inside.
Add Garlic Butter: Once the steak bites are done, cover them in the garlic butter and serve. You can put the butter on the steak as soon as you take it out of the air fryer, or you can melt it in a pan and add it later when serving.

Serving Suggestions

Air Fryer Steak Bites can be enjoyed with smashed potatoes, grilled corn, avocado salad, rice or even fries. In my case, they mostly disappear into my family’s mouths even before I get to serve them – that’s how delicious they are!

Recipe Tips

Different Cuts of Steak: Depending on which part of the globe you are in, there will always be different names given to different steak cuts. If in doubt, seek out a steak cuts reference for assistance.

Add Seasoning as you Prefer: If you like, you can opt for some ready mixed steak seasoning such as Montreal Steak or Old Bay.

Steak Bites are Best Served Fresh: Steak bites are best enjoyed fresh so serve them straight off the skillet. If there are any bites left, they can be put in a container, covered and stored in the refrigerator for three days. To reheat, put them in the air fryer at 350F or 180C for two to three minutes to retain the flavor and texture.

Overfill the air fryer: Single layer cooking of the steak bites allows them to get an even cook as well as the best texture. Doing this will result in overcooked steak.

How Do You Know If Your Steak Is Done

Depending on how well seasoned you want it and the model for the air fryer that you have, the cooking durations may differ. The meat thermometer always gives the best results regarding precision- for me personally, I use the Thermapen. Here’s a quick reference guide to steak cooking temperatures:

Doneness Temperature (°F) Temperature (°C)

Medium Rare 130–135°F 54–57°C

Medium 135–145°F 57–63°C

Medium Well 145–155°F 63–68°C

Well Done 155°F+ 68°C+

Steak is most tender when it is medium to medium rare. Attempting to cook steak further often leads to a more leathery and chewy texture, which no one prefers.