Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes

A quick, juicy, and flavorful meal made with tender steak bites, crispy potatoes, garlic, butter, and herbs—all cooked in the air fryer in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time

Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 18–22 minutes
Total: 35–40 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, cut into small cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Steak Bites

1 lb (450 g) sirloin steak or ribeye, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon steak seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Garlic Butter Sauce

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Potatoes

Wash and cube potatoes.
Toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 2: Air Fry Potatoes

Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Add potatoes to basket in a single layer.
Cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway.

Step 3: Prepare Steak

Toss steak bites with olive oil, seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 4: Make Garlic Butter

Mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl.

Step 5: Cook Steak

Add steak bites to air fryer with potatoes.
Cook for 5–7 minutes for medium doneness, shaking once.

Step 6: Finish

Pour garlic butter over steak and potatoes, toss well, and serve immediately.

Serving Ideas

Steamed broccoli
Side salad
Garlic green beans
Roasted asparagus

Nutritional Information (Approximate Per Serving)

Calories: 430
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fat: 24g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g

Nut Information

Contains Nuts: No
Contains Peanuts: No
Contains Tree Nuts: No

Allergen Information

Contains:

Dairy (butter)

Does Not Contain:

Eggs
Peanuts
Tree nuts
Soy
Fish
Shellfish

Always check ingredient labels, especially seasonings and butter substitutes.

Tips

Use sirloin for a budget-friendly option.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
For extra flavor, add Parmesan cheese before serving.
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for crispier results.

Q & A

Q: Can I use another cut of steak?
A: Yes, ribeye, strip steak, or tenderloin work well.

Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Yes, replace butter with dairy-free butter or olive oil.

Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Q: Can I reheat in the air fryer?
A: Yes, reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes.

Q: Can I add vegetables?
A: Absolutely! Mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini are great additions.

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