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Emma Lawson | 
04.06.2025

Garlic Butter Air Fryer Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes

Air fryer steak bites with crispy potatoes are the ultimate one-basket dinner — juicy, garlicky, and ready in 20 minutes. Comfort food done clean.

Prep Time

10m

Total Time

10m

Cook

20m

Yield

2 servings
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Dinner

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Potatoes

Ingredients for Steak Bites & Crispy Potatoes

Juicy steak, golden potatoes — all from one basket

  • 250g steak, cut into cubes
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp rosemary
  • Salt and pepper

Optional Dips or Toppings

  • Garlic butter
  • Fresh parsley
  • Crumbled feta

Keep Sizes Uniform

Cut steak and potato pieces similar in size for even cooking.

How to Make Air Fryer Steak Bites & Potatoes

One basket, two components, all flavour.

  1. Toss potatoes with oil, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 200°C (390°F).
  3. Add potatoes and cook for 5 mins. Then add steak bites.
  4. Cook for another 7–8 mins, shaking halfway.
  5. Serve hot with optional garlic butter.

Boost That Sear

  • Let steak come to room temp first
  • Don’t overcrowd the basket
  • Finish with flaky salt or compound butter
Tender steak bites coated in savory garlic butter alongside crispy potatoes, a delicious air fryer creation

Steak Bites & Potato Nutrition

Calories: 470 | Protein: 34g | Carbs: 22g | Fat: 28g

Perfect Pairings

  • Serve with grilled asparagus or spinach salad
  • Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze
  • Pair with a red wine vinaigrette slaw

Final Thoughts on Steak Bites

Air fryer steak and potatoes is the weeknight win you didn’t know you needed. Minimal prep, big flavour, and no greasy pans. Add to your meal prep or impress guests — this one’s a keeper.

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Steak Air Fryer FAQs

Which steak cut is best?

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Sirloin or ribeye cut into cubes works best — lean but still juicy.

Do I need to pre-cook the potatoes?

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No — cutting them small ensures they cook through in 10 minutes.

Can I cook steak and potatoes at the same time?

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Yes — just keep them in separate zones and toss halfway.

What’s a good sauce to pair?

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Garlic butter is ideal. You can also serve with chimichurri or mustard mayo.