Perfect Filet Mignon in Air Fryer

Name: Perfect Filet Mignon in Air Fryer
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 filet mignon steaks (6 oz each), room temperature; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Published: June 19, 2026 | French Cuisine | ⏱ 17 min

Perfectly seared filet mignon cooked in an air fryer with herbs

Cooking filet mignon in the air fryer is a game-changer for steak night. This French-inspired method uses intense, circulating heat to create a beautiful crust on the outside while keeping the center buttery and tender. In under 15 minutes, you'll have a restaurant-quality steak without the smoky kitchen.

Recipe Info

Prep Time5 min

Cook Time12 min

Total Time17 min

Servings2

DifficultyEasy

CuisineFrench

2 filet mignon steaks (6 oz each), room temperature
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

2 Instructions

Preheat and prep

Preheat air fryer to 200°C (400°F). Pat steaks dry with paper towels, rub with olive oil, and season generously with salt, pepper, and thyme.

Air fry the steaks

Place steaks in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 5 minutes, flip, and cook for another 4-6 minutes depending on desired doneness (medium-rare is 130°F internal).

Rest and serve

Remove steaks, top with butter, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Pro Tips

Always let your steaks come to room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking for even results.
For a classic French pan sauce, deglaze the air fryer basket drip tray with a splash of red wine and shallots.

Nutrition Information

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	42g
Fat	30g
Saturated Fat	12g
Carbohydrates	0g
Fiber	0g
Sugar	0g
Sodium	680mg

* Nutritional values are approximate and based on per-serving calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can, but it is not recommended as it dries out the delicate cut. If you must, add 3-4 minutes to the cooking time.

Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.8 (156 votes)

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