A quick, delicious, and crowd-pleasing recipe!
If you want a dinner that’s flavorful, satisfying, and ready in under 30 minutes, these Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes are a perfect choice. Tender bites of steak, crispy golden potatoes, and a rich homemade garlic butter come together for the ultimate weeknight meal.
Below is a full, easy-to-follow recipe with seasoning tips and variations.
⭐ Ingredients
For the Potatoes
2 cups baby potatoes, quartered
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
For the Steak Bites
1 lb (450g) sirloin steak, ribeye, or NY strip, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Garlic Butter Sauce
3 tbsp butter, melted
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: squeeze of lemon juice
🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
2. Cook the Potatoes
Toss the baby potatoes with olive oil and seasonings.
Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and starting to crisp.
3. Season the Steak Bites
While the potatoes cook:
Pat the steak dry (helps browning).
Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
4. Add the Steak to the Basket
Once the potatoes are partly cooked, push them to one side OR remove and keep warm.
Add seasoned steak bites to the air fryer in a single layer.
Cook for 5–8 minutes, shaking once, depending on your preferred doneness:
5 minutes → medium rare
6–7 minutes → medium
8 minutes → well-done
5. Make the Garlic Butter
While everything cooks, melt butter and mix with:
minced garlic
chopped parsley
optional lemon for brightness
6. Toss and Serve
Once the steak bites and potatoes are done:
Place them in a bowl.
Pour the warm garlic butter over the top.
Toss gently to coat everything.
Serve immediately—best when hot and juicy!
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.
Pair with roasted broccoli, asparagus, or a fresh salad.
Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
Drizzle extra garlic butter on top (no judgment!).
🔥 Recipe Tips
✔ Pat the steak dry
Helps create a crust instead of steaming.
✔ Don’t overcrowd the basket
Air circulation = crispy potatoes and nicely browned steak.
✔ Choose the right cut
Sirloin, ribeye, NY strip, or tenderloin all work well.
✔ Add herb variations
Swap parsley for rosemary or thyme for a different flavor profile.
✔ Make ahead
Potatoes can be pre-boiled or microwaved 5 minutes for extra crispiness if you’re in a hurry.
👩🍳 Optional Variations
Garlic Parmesan Version
Add 1/4 cup grated parmesan to the garlic butter.
Steakhouse Style
Mix in Worcestershire sauce or steak seasoning with the steak marinade.
Honey Garlic
Add 1–2 tbsp honey to the melted garlic butter.