Easy Air Fryer Ham Steaks

air fryer ham steak with mashed potatoes and asparagus on a white plate.

Do you love oven-baked ham but don't have hours to cook? Look no further than this quick and easy air fryer ham steak recipe! With simple ingredients and the convenience of the air fryer, you can have ham steaks with crispy edges and a moist, tender interior on the table in no time.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 2

Cook Time: 14

Total Time: 16

Servings: serving

Calories: 474kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1 ham steak 8 ounces
½ tablespoon butter unsalted
½ tablespoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
Mix the melted butter with the brown sugar and thyme.
Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the base of the air fryer.
Brush one side of the ham steak with half of the brown sugar and butter mixture.
Flip the ham steak and brush the other side with the butter and brown sugar mixture.
Place the ham steak in the air fryer and cook ham steak at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 7 to 8 minutes.
Use tongs to flip the ham and air fry the ham steak on the other side for 7 to 8 more minutes.
Remove the ham steak from the air fryer and serve.

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Notes

General

If you're making ham steaks for multiple people, you can keep your finished steaks warm on a plate in the oven at its lowest temperature (usually about 170 degrees F).
You can click on the number next to "serving" in the air fryer heading to scale this recipe up for however many people you're serving.
Be cautious when removing the air fryer basket. The butter and brown sugar glaze can sizzle and/or pop while cooking. If you're extra cautious (like me) you might want to wear an apron and/or eye protection.
Air fryers are can be different sizes and temperatures, so check your ham on the early side of the recommended cook time to ensure the sugar doesn't burn.

Storage and Reheating

Fridge Store leftover ham slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezer You can freeze leftovers as well, but the texture may be altered when you defrost the ham. Place leftover ham in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight before use.
Reheating I recommend reheating in a pan over medium heat until the ham is heated through.

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