🥩 Cajun Butter Steak Bites with Mushrooms 😋🔥
The Juiciest Steak Bites You’ll Ever Make (Air Fryer Style!)
Say goodbye to boring dinners and hello to bold Cajun flavor in under 30 minutes!
✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Done in under 30 minutes
- Air fryer = less mess, more flavor
- Melt-in-your-mouth steak + garlicky mushrooms + buttery finish
- Perfect with rice, noodles, salad, or roasted veggies
🛒 Ingredients:
- 1 lb beef tenderloin, cut into 1½-inch by 1-inch chunks
- 2½ tbsp oil (divided)
- ½ tbsp Creole seasoning (like Tony Chachere’s)
- ¾ tsp paprika
- ¾ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 cups baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 2½ tbsp butter
🔥 How to Make It:
- Make the Seasoning Mix:
In a small bowl, mix Creole seasoning, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper. - Marinate the Goodness:
In a large bowl, combine steak bites, mushrooms, 1 tbsp oil, and your seasoning mix. Toss until everything is well-coated.
👉 Let it marinate for 30 minutes to 1½ hours for max flavor. - Preheat the Air Fryer:
Set it to 400°F (200°C) and let it run for 5 minutes. - Cook in Batches:
Add steak and mushrooms in a single layer—don’t overcrowd.
🔹 Cook at 400°F for 6–10 minutes:- 6 mins = medium-rare
- 10 mins = medium-well
(Mushrooms can be cooked separately for 6 mins if needed.)
- Butter Magic:
Toss your hot steak and mushrooms with 2½ tbsp butter. Add a sprinkle of Creole seasoning or salt to taste. - Serve & Devour:
Plate it up with rice, roasted broccoli, brussels sprouts, couscous, or a green salad.
👉 Don’t forget a lemon wedge for a zesty kick!
🍽️ Pro Tips:
- Want it spicier? Add a pinch of cayenne to your spice mix.
- No air fryer? Sear it on high heat in a skillet instead!
⏱️ Time & Nutrition:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinate Time: 30–90 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: ~25–40 minutes
- Calories: ~420 per serving | Serves: 4
💬 Final Words:
This recipe is a flavor bomb waiting to explode! Cajun spice, buttery richness, and juicy steak—all in your air fryer. It’s fast, satisfying, and seriously addicting. Give it a go and thank me later! ❤️🔥
