18 Beef Air Fryer Recipes That Slay Without the Spray

No oil slicks, no stovetop chaos—just bold beef flavor made easy. These 18 air fryer recipes bring the heat, the crunch, and the juicy bites you crave, all while keeping your cleanup game strong. Dinner just leveled up.

Air Fryer Steak

Two cooked steaks sit in an air fryer basket with a sprig of rosemary, surrounded by lemons, baked potatoes with butter, and a bowl of lettuce and croutons. — Air Fryer Steak. Photo credit: From Ice Cream To Steak.

If you’re craving a delicious steak but want to skip the grill, this air fryer steak recipe is your new go-to. Not only does the air fryer deliver a perfectly cooked, juicy steak every time, but it also cuts down on cooking time and cleanup.
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets

A plate with a serving of mashed potatoes, a protein-packed piece of steak topped with melted butter, and a fork holding a bite of steak. — Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets are one of my favorite meals to make when I want an easy dinner. Make juicy medium rare Chuck Tender Filets in your air fryer!
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Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks

Make the Juiciest Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks in no time at all! Cooking strip steaks in an air fryer is incredibly easy. No need to go outside in a rain storm to get perfect medium rare NY Strip Steaks.
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Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

This Air Fryer Ribeye Steak is a game changer! Simple ingredients and deliciously tender! Make a juicy medium rare ribeye in your air fryer!
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steak

These Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steaks come out incredibly juicy! They cook in less than 15 minutes. Perfect for when you want a quick and easy low carb dinner.
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs

Making these Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs is a simple and quick meal that is done in less than 20 minutes. Bacon added to this recipe makes it full of flavor and enhances these meatballs!
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Air Fryer T-bone Steak

This Air Fryer T-bone Steak is incredibly easy to make! It comes out super juicy and is fool proof! After you make a T bone steak in the air fryer you may never make one on the grill again!
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Air Fryer Firecracker Meatballs

Golden meatballs with a sprinkle of herbs on a white plate, with marinara sauce. — Air Fryer Firecracker Meatballs. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Air Fryer Firecracker Meatballs are a spicy and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for parties or quick meals. These juicy meatballs are made with ground beef and a homemade firecracker sauce that packs a punch. They’re easy to make and can be served with a variety of sides like vegetables or rice to make them a meal.
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Air Fryer Short Ribs

Several pieces of seasoned and cooked ribs on a wooden cutting board, garnished with herbs. Small bowls with spices are placed on the board. — Air Fryer Short Ribs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Experience the most mouthwatering air fryer short ribs you ever had. Seriously, they’re so juicy and they’re just fall off the bone tender.
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Air Fryer Empanadas

A hand holding a n empanada that is broken open so you can see the inside filling. — Air Fryer Empanadas. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air Fryer Beef Empanadas are so easy to make if you use store-bought pie crusts. The flaky golden-brown crust is full of deliciously seasoned ground beef.
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Air Fryer Mongolian Beef

Closeup of crispy beef in a bowl with green onions and sesame seeds. — Air Fryer Mongolian Beef. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make Mongolian beef in the air fryer for crispy beef coated in a sweet & salty sauce, just like P.F. Changs. This kid-friendly meal is ready in 20 minutes.
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Air Fryer Skirt Steak

Cooking skirt steak in the air fryer is a quick and simple way to prepare juicy steak when grilling isn’t an option.
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Air Fryer Filet Mignon

Looking for a stunningly gourmet dinner at home without the effort? This air fryer filet mignon is it! Cooked to juicy tender perfection every time, this dinner is sure to impress.
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Air Fryer Street Tacos

White plate with one taco. — Air Fryer Street Tacos. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Make these delicious air fryer steak tacos! Easy steak tacos for the family!
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Mini Meatloaf in the Air Fryer

Mini Meatloaves line up on a platter with a glaze on top. — Mini Meatloaf in the Air Fryer. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

These quick and EASY mini meatloaves are made in the air fryer so you know they’re amazing!
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Air Fryer Cheeseburger

The best quick and easy air fryer cheeseburger recipe.
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Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks

Close-up of a stack of medium-rare, seasoned steak slices, showcasing a pink and juicy interior with a seared crust. — Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

One of the reasons we love the idea of cooking ribeye steak in the air fryer is how fast you can get it done. Prep time is about 10 minutes, primarily because, except for the steak, you’re working with four ingredients only.
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Steak in the Air Fryer

Close-up of a fork holding a piece of medium-rare cooked beef steak, with visible seasonings and a slice of lemon in the background. — Steak in the Air Fryer. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Using your air fryer to cook steak is a great option when you want a grilled flavor without having to fire up the grill.
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