Air Fryer Filet Mignon
Cooking steak indoors doesn’t have to mean a smoky kitchen or firing up the broiler. This method for Air Fryer Filet Mignon keeps things incredibly simple while yielding a juicy, tender center. It’s a convenient, mess-free alternative when outdoor grilling isn’t an option, focusing on a few basic steps to help you reach the doneness you prefer. A full video walkthrough is included below.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No need to preheat a large oven or an outdoor grill.
- Requires minimal ingredients, using just salt, pepper, and cooking spray.
- Keeps cleanup easy with no messy stove splatter.
- Offers a quick cook time with straightforward temperature control.
Ingredients
- Filet mignon steaks (thawed)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Set the thawed steaks out on a plate at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes so they cook evenly.
- Season the steaks generously all over with salt and pepper, making sure to coat both sides and all the edges.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Spray the inside of the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the steaks into the basket and cook at 400°F for 7 minutes.
- Flip the steaks over and cook for another 5 to 6 minutes for a medium to medium-well doneness.
- Remove from the air fryer, slice on a cutting board, and serve.
Tips for the Best Results
Adjusting Doneness: For a rare steak, reduce the cooking time to about 4 minutes per side. Adjust the second-side cooking time upward from there depending on your preferred level of doneness.
Don’t skip the rest: Setting the meat out at room temperature before cooking is an important step that prevents uneven cooking. Do not rush this step.
