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    Home » Recipes » Air Fryer Recipes

    Reheat Steak in Air Fryer

    Published: Mar 16, 2022 · Modified: Sep 1, 2024 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. 2 Comments

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    Reheating steak in the air fryer is one of the best ways to enjoy your beef the next day. When you reheat steak in the air fryer, it gets nice and hot without drying out, which is always what we want.

    Collage of two overhead shots of steak reheated in air fryer

    I love steak, but I always feel so much pressure to eat it all at once. Now that I know how to reheat it with this method, I don't have to.

    Reheating Steak in Air Fryer

    This recipe was inspired by my air fryer ribeye steak and air fryer porterhouse steak recipe on this site and pairs well with this cheesy ranch twice baked potato recipe. Steak and potatoes are definitely a match made in heaven!

    Ingredients

    Ingredients lists don't get any shorter than this and the best part is you likely already have some inside your fridge.

    • Leftover steak
    • Cold butter, sliced
    • Cooking spray

    See the recipe card below for exact quantities.

    Instructions

    Reheating your steak with this method is just about the easiest thing you'll ever do.

    Step 1: Reheat

    Place the steak in your unheated air fryer and add a slice of butter to the top. Cook for 10 minutes total at 350 degrees. Enjoy!

    Hint: Always grease your air fryer so nothing sticks.

    Overhead shot of slices of air fryer reheated steak

    Substitutions

    Don't have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you when you reheat steak in the air fryer.

    • Pork Chops - You can reheat porkchops in the same way as steak.
    • Margarine - If you don't have butter you can use margarine. Be aware that it won't be quite as amazing.

    Variations

    Want to personalize this method of reheating steak in the air fryer? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

    • Spicy - Add chili pepper flakes to the tops of the steaks for a kick of heat.
    • Add Sliced Onions - directly to top of steaks while they're reheating

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this best steak at Texas Roadhouse.

    Equipment

    You don't need much of anything to reheat your steak in this way.

    • Butter knife
    • Air fryer

    Storage

    You can store steak for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

    Tips

    Although this reheating method is so easy it only takes one step, I still have a couple of tips to help you master the process.

    • Look at the amount of leftover steak you have and decide how best to slice it up so you end up with pieces that are as close to the same size as possible to promote even cooking inside your air fryer
    • Allow the steak to reach room temperature before cooking
    • Allowing the steak temperature to rise as the air fryer does will prevent it from becoming chewy or dry
    • Use salted butter for slightly better results
    Closeup shot of steak on plate

    More Steak Recipes

    Do you like steak? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.

    • Easy Marinara Steak Pasta
    • Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes
    • Baked Garlic Balsamic Steak

    FAQ

    Do you have questions about how to reheat steak in the air fryer? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about reheating steak in the air fryer

    Can you Reheat Steak in the Air Fryer?

    You bet you can, simply place leftovers inside an unheated air fryer basket, top with butter, and cook at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

    How Long to Reheat Steak in Air Fryer?

    All you need is 10 minutes in a cool air fryer at 350 degrees.

    Does reheating steak in the air fryer really work?

    It absolutely does! It's moist, tender, and most importantly NOT dry or chewy.

    Reheat Steak in Air Fryer

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    An entire steak with butter and slices of steak.

    Reheat Steak in Air Fryer

    Karin and Ken
    When you reheat steak in the air fryer, you get a perfectly cooked steak every time. It's never dry, chewy, or dull.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 2 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 12 minutes mins
    Course lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 471 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 leftover steak
    • 2-3 tablespoons butter cold, sliced, as needed
    • Cooking spray
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    Instructions
     

    • Remove leftover steak from your fridge about 20 minutes before you're going to prepare it. This way your steak reaches room temperature before the heating process begins.
    • Look at the amount of leftover steak you have and decide how best to slice it up so you end up with pieces that are as close to the same size as possible to promote even heating.
    • Prepare your basket with cooking spray.

    Reheat Steak Sliced

    • Place steak into the air fryer basket without preheating. Allowing the steak temp to rise to 350 degrees as the air fryer does will prevent it from becoming chewy or dry.
      Slices of steak placed in an air fryer basket. Each piece is topped with butter.
    • Add a slice of butter to each piece of leftover steak and cook for 10 minutes total. .
      Reheated steak slices in an air fryer basket.
    • Serve while hot and enjoy every bite!

    Reheat Whole Steak

    • Place steak into the air fryer basket without preheating. Allowing the steak temp to rise to 350 degrees as the air fryer does will prevent it from becoming chewy or dry.
      Entire steak placed in an air fryer basket. Small slice of butter on top of the steak.
    • Add a slice of butter to each piece of leftover steak and cook for 10 minutes total.
      Reheated whole steak in an air fryer basket.
    • Serve while hot and enjoy every bite!
      Whole reheated steak garnished with rosemary and placed on a black plate.

    Notes

    • Look at the amount of leftover steak you have and decide how best to slice it up so you end up with pieces that are as close to the same size as possible to promote even cooking inside your air fryer
    • Allow the steak to reach room temperature before cooking
    • Allowing the steak temperature to rise as the air fryer does will prevent it from becoming chewy or dry
    • Use salted butter for slightly better results

    Nutrition

    Calories: 471kcalCarbohydrates: 0.02gProtein: 46gFat: 55gSaturated Fat: 29gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 198mgSodium: 298mgPotassium: 612mgSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 734IUCalcium: 23mgIron: 4mg
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    Comments

    1. Kelsey says

      April 22, 2023 at 3:01 pm

      5 stars
      This a great tip I didn't know about for reheated steak I often use leftovers for quesadillas and I found the steak always tough. This works every time with the butter. I love it. Thank you.

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      • Karin and Ken says

        April 22, 2023 at 8:48 pm

        As always you’re most welcome. I try my best. I’m glad your reheated steak tastes better! Tough dry steak is awful! Thank you for taking the time to let me know you’re enjoying this recipe. It always makes my day. All the best. Karin

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