These Air Fryer Garlic Steak Bites are one of those recipes that sounds fancy but is genuinely one of the easiest things I make in my air fryer. Sirloin steak cut into one inch cubes gets tossed with olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt, and pepper and then air fries at 400 degrees.
The result is steak bites that are beautifully seared on the outside and incredibly juicy and tender on the inside and the garlic and herb coating is absolutely irresistible.
This is the kind of recipe that makes weeknight dinners feel a little more special without any extra effort.
It is naturally gluten free, keto friendly, and high in protein which makes it a great option for anyone who is watching their macros or just wants a quick and satisfying dinner on the table fast.
I love serving these over cauliflower rice or with roasted vegetables for a complete meal that comes together in well under 30 minutes.
Are you looking for more recipes ideas for your air fryer? You might also like my Gluten Free Air Fryer Fajitas, my Gluten Free Air Fryer Turkey Breast, my Gluten Free Air Fryer Apple Fritters, or my Air Fryer Pesto Baby Potatoes.
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Instructions
In a large mixing bowl add the chopped steak, olive oil, minced garlic, onion powder, dried parsley, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt and pepper. Stir to coat the steak cubes.
Pour an even layer of steak cubes into the basket of your air fryer. You may need to do two rounds of air frying if there is too much steak for your air fryer basket.
Air fry at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For approximately 1-inch cubes of steak I air fry them at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. I check the steak bites at 10 minutes and if they look like the outside needs to be a bit more broiled I air fry for 2 minutes more.
Yes! The air fryer is perfect for not only making steak bites, but also cooking burgers, entire steaks, chicken breasts and much more. Even though the air fryer doesn't require oil I still like to either marinade the meat or coat it with an oil and herbs mixture to add extra flavor.
Sirloin steak is my top choice for this recipe because it has great flavor, stays tender when cooked quickly at high heat, and is widely available at a reasonable price. Ribeye is a more indulgent option that will give you an even richer and more buttery result. Tenderloin also works beautifully if you want the most tender bite possible. I would avoid tougher cuts like chuck or round as they need longer cooking methods to become tender and will not work well in this quick air fryer recipe.
The steak bites will be nicely browned and seared on the outside when done. I check them at 10 minutes and if they need a bit more color I add 2 more minutes. For a more precise result use a meat thermometer - 135 degrees is medium rare, 145 degrees is medium, and 160 degrees is well done. I prefer them at medium which gives you the most juicy and tender result.
These steak bites are incredibly versatile and pair well with so many side dishes. My favorites are roasted vegetables, cauliflower rice, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad. They are also delicious served over gluten free pasta with a drizzle of the pan juices or alongside my Oven Roasted Parmesan Green Beans for a complete and satisfying gluten free meal.
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Air Fryer Garlic Steak Bites
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
These Air Fryer Garlic Steak Bites are juicy, perfectly seared, and packed with garlic, rosemary, thyme, and parsley flavor in every single bite. Sirloin steak cubed and tossed in olive oil and simple herbs air fries at 400 degrees for just 10 to 12 minutes for the most incredibly tender and flavorful steak bites that are naturally gluten free and keto friendly. The easiest and most impressive quick weeknight dinner you will ever make in your air fryer!
Ingredients
- 1 pound Sirloin Steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp. Onion Powder
- 1 tsp. Dried Parsley
- ½ tsp. Dried Thyme
- ½ tsp. Dried Crushed Rosemary
- ½ tsp. Sea Salt
- ½ tsp. Coarse Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl add the chopped steak, olive oil, minced garlic, onion powder, dried parsley, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt and pepper. Stir to coat the steak cubes.
Pour an even layer of steak cubes into the basket of your air fryer. You may need to do two rounds of air frying if there is too much steak for your air fryer basket.
Air fry at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
Notes
The steak will turn out best cooked in an even layer with room for air to circulate around the pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Meat
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
If you made these Air Fryer Garlic Steak Bites I would love to hear what you thought! Please leave a star rating and a comment below. This is one of my favorite quick and easy gluten free dinners and I hope it becomes one of yours too!
Storage
Store leftover air fryer garlic steak bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat place the steak bites back in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through. You can also reheat in the microwave in 30 second intervals covered with a damp paper towel but the air fryer will give you a much better result and keep the outside from getting rubbery. These steak bites also freeze well in a freezer safe container for up to 2 months.
Top Tip
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. The steak bites need space around each piece for the hot air to circulate and create that beautiful seared exterior. If you are cooking more than one pound of steak work in two batches rather than piling everything in at once. Overcrowding the basket will cause the steak to steam rather than sear and you will lose that perfect caramelized crust that makes these bites so delicious.
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