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If you love a good steakhouse dinner but don’t want to mess with the grill, this Air Fryer Ribeye Steak is for you. With just a few ingredients and less than 20 minutes of cook time, you’ll have a restaurant quality steak on the table in no time.
“I was skeptical but…I’ll never grill or pan fry a steak ever again. Seriously. Why all that work when it’s so much easier AND tastier AND juicier cooked in an air fryer ????”
-Ashley
I’ve made this air fryer ribeye steak so many times I can’t count! It has become my go to when I want a quick, juicy steak without firing up the grill. The first time I made his favorite cut of steak in the air fryer, my husband was so skeptical. He’s a “grill only” guy, but after one bite, he was hooked. This recipe converted him, and now we make it at least once a week!
Whether you’re making dinner for two or planning a weekend meal with friends, this recipe is a must try. It’s fast, easy, and you can easily pair it with simple sides like Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes, Air Fryer Steak Fries, or Air Fryer Honey Glazed Carrots for a complete dinner.
Ingredients You Will Need
- Ribeye Steaks – Boneless or bone in, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick for the best results.
- Olive Oil – Helps crisp the steak and locks in moisture.
A full list of ingredients is included in the recipe card below.
Recipe Variations
- Try a different cut like this Air Fryer New York Strip or this Air Fryer Sirloin for variety.
- Add a sprinkle of garlic powder, cayenne powder, or smoked paprika for a flavorful twist.
- Finish with a pat of garlic butter or a drizzle of steak sauce.
How to Cook Ribeye Steak in the Air Fryer
- Brush the ribeye steak with olive oil, until coated on both sides. Season the steak generously with salt and and black pepper, or your favorite seasonings. Preheat the air fryer basket to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the basket is preheated, place the seasoned steaks in without overlapping.
- Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through for medium-well doneness. If you are using thinner steaks or thicker steaks, you will need to adjust the cooking time. After air frying, let the steaks rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the juices to settle.
Optional: Top with a pat of garlic butter, cowboy butter or your favorite steak sauce for extra flavor. Serve with your favorite side dish like tender air fryer asparagus or air fryer broccoli. For more ideas, check out our favorite list of air fryer vegetables.
Steak Temperature Guide: From Rare to Well Done
Ensuring your steak is cooked to the proper internal temperature is important for both safety and taste. Because the thickness of steak can vary, it’s best to use a digital meat thermometer to confirm your desired level of doneness:
- Rare: 125 degrees F
- Medium Rare: 135 degrees F
- Medium: 145 degrees F
- Medium Well: 155 degrees F
- Well Done: 160 degrees F
Expert Tips
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. This will help ensure you don’t overcook, which can make the steak tough. Thicker or thinner steak will need time adjusted.
- Let the steak rest after cooking to lock in those flavorful juices.
- Adjust the cook time based on steak thickness and your air fryer model.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket. The air needs to circulate for a perfect sear.
If you’re looking for more steak ideas, try this Air Fryer Flank Steak, Air Fryer T-Bone Steak, or Air Fryer Filet Mignon. Don’t forget to check out our tips on how to reheat steak in the air fryer or how to use leftover steak in this delicious steak burrito bowl.
Air Fryer Ribeye Steak FAQs
Yes, flipping the steak halfway through helps the steak cook evenly on both sides.
Because it’s universal, I recommend using the air fry feature. If your air fryer has specific modes like Grill or Broil, you can use those too.
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Air Fryer Ribeye Steak
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2 rib eye steaks, 16 ounces each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Let the ribeye steaks rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Brush both sides of the steaks with olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper. Place the steaks in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the steaks from the air fryer and let them rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Video
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. This will help ensure you don’t overcook, which can make the steak tough. Thicker or thinner steak will need time adjusted.
- Let the steak rest after cooking to lock in those flavorful juices.
- Adjust the cook time based on steak thickness and your air fryer model.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket. The air needs to circulate for a perfect sear.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Never thought it would taste so good. Definitely will try again.
How long do you cook ribeye to well done? What temperature wood be est and how long to cook it?
Hi Sue. I believe this is on the post, but just in case you can’t find it, here it is. These are the temps recommended by the FDA.
Rare- 125 degrees F
Medium Rare- 135 degrees F
Medium- 145 degrees F
Medium Well- 155 degrees F
Well Done- 160 degrees F
Just found your website. The recipes look delicious and very easy to make !!! New to air frying. Live alone, but heard that buying a smaller air fryer is not always the best thing to do. I have limited kitchen space (and limited income) . Any suggestions as to a decent fryer to buy !!! It gets ver confusing. 78 and not the best of cooks !!! But need some good recipes to maintain my health ,!!! Not in the very best of health !!! Thanks a Bunch !!!
Hi Annie. You heard correctly! I have several air fryers and the smaller one cooks so slowly because it has much lower wattage, and it’s really only good for reheating something small. The Cosori 6.8 quart basket style air fryer is what I’ve used for everything. I can fit a 7 inch cake pan in it, and even a 4 pound whole chicken! There is a link on the post underneath the directions that can show you one on Amazon. Thanks!
I followed the directions and did 6 minutes, flipped, and then another four. Added the butter and another minutes for medium rare. It was delicious.
Yay! So glad you liked it. 🙂
I made two boneless ribeye steaks and shortened the time to 10 minutes. We’re not big blue cheese fans so I used the juices from the steaks. Rested them 5 minutes and they were perfect, just medium rare and very juicy and tender. Thanks for the recipe and the tips
So glad you liked them! Thank you for sharing.
I’m goin to try it tonight My basket is a little small so I might have to cut the steak in half.