Air Fryer Cubed Steak and Potatoes
Whether you’re feeding a hungry family, meal prepping for the week, or just need a no-brainer dinner option, this cubed steak and potatoes combo has you covered.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing Bowls
- Tongs
- Cutting Board & Knife
- Meat thermometer (optional)
Ingredients
For the Cubed Steak:
- 1 lb cubed steak about 2–3 pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Potatoes:
- 3 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
- Wash and peel (if desired) 3 medium potatoes.
- Cut into roughly 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
- Add the diced potatoes to a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Toss everything together until all pieces are well coated.
- Pat the steak dry with paper towels — this helps it sear better in the air fryer.
- Cut the cubed steak into halves or thirds if pieces are large.
Add to a separate bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub or toss to coat evenly on all sides.
- Pro Tip: Let the seasoned steak sit for 5–10 minutes while the air fryer preheats. It helps the flavor soak in a bit more.
Step 2: Preheat the Air Fryer
- Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Let it preheat for 3–5 minutes.
- Pro Tip: Preheating helps both the steak and potatoes develop a nice crust instead of steaming.
Step 3: Start Cooking the Potatoes
- Once preheated, add the potatoes to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes.
- Shake the basket halfway through to promote even browning.
- Pro Tip: If you have a smaller air fryer, cook the potatoes in two batches so they crisp instead of steaming.
Step 4: Add the Cubed Steak
- After the potatoes have cooked for 10 minutes, open the basket and gently place the cubed steak pieces on top or beside the potatoes (if there’s room).
- Continue cooking everything together at 400°F for another 10–12 minutes, flipping the steak halfway through.
- Pro Tip: Use tongs to flip the steak carefully so the coating stays on. Avoid overcrowding the basket.
Step 5: Check for Doneness
- The potatoes should be fork-tender and crispy on the edges.
- The cubed steak should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (medium) or higher.
- If needed, cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Pro Tip: For extra crispy edges, let the steak rest in the hot air fryer basket (turned off) for 2 minutes before serving.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Plate the steak and potatoes while hot.
- Sprinkle with a little extra salt or fresh herbs if you’d like.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or a side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
Nutritional Value (Per Serving — Approximate)
- Calories: ~450–500 kcal
- Protein: ~28g
- Carbohydrates: ~32g
- Fat: ~26g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Sugar: ~2g
- Sodium: ~500mg