These tender, juicy Air Fryer Filet Mignon steaks are on the table in less than 20 minutes. They're melt in your mouth delicious and completely fool-proof! Comes out perfect every time.
Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and generously season both sides with Montreal seasoning. Place the steaks in a shallow dish with olive oil. Allow them to marinate while they come to room temperature (about 10 minutes). This will ensure they cook evenly and also produces juicier meat.
4 (6 oz) Aspen Ridge filet mignon, 2 tablespoons Montreal seasoning, 1/4 cup olive oil
While the steaks are marinating, combine the butter, blue cheese, parsley, and garlic in a small bowl. Place in the refrigerator for later. I like to divide the mixture into ice cube molds and freeze them the night before, then place them on the counter to thaw while I cook the steaks.
1/4 cup unsalted butter,, 1/4 cup blue cheese,, 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley, 1 garlic clove,
Preheat the air fryer to 450° F. Place the steaks in the air fryer basket and cook for 6 minutes, flip, and cook for an additional 4 minutes. Steaks should be about 135° F for medium-rare.Transfer the steaks to a foil covered plate to rest for 2 minutes. I like to place the blue cheese butter over the steaks to melt while they are hot and resting.
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Notes
Don't skip out on marinating your steak before cooking. This will ensure they cook evenly and also produces juicier, more tender meat. You can cover them with plastic wrap if you need to.
When preparing the butter, I like to divide the mixture into ice cube molds and freeze them the night before, then place them on the counter to thaw while I cook the steaks.
Steaks should be about 135° F for medium-rare, which is what this recipe calls for. Cook your steak longer if you prefer it more well done.
I always recommend checking for doneness with a meat thermometer. See the tips in the post above for temperature guidelines.