Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites in Air Fryer

Intro:

This Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites is the ultimate comfort meal—crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside potatoes, stuffed with melted cheese, sour cream, green onions, and topped with juicy, garlic butter steak bites. Made effortlessly in the air fryer, this dish delivers steakhouse flavor with a weeknight-friendly method. Perfect for dinner or an indulgent lunch!

Ingredients:

For the Potatoes:

2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

For the Steak Bites:

250g (about ½ lb) sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 tbsp butter

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

For the Loaded Toppings:

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

¼ cup cooked crumbled bacon (or turkey bacon)

¼ cup sour cream

2 tbsp chopped green onions or chives

 Total Time: 40 minutes

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Instructions:

Air Fry the Potatoes

Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.

Rub the potatoes with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.

Place in air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway, until fork-tender and crispy outside.

Timing: 15 minutes ➝ Flip ➝ 15–20 minutes more

Tip: Pierce with a knife to check doneness. If not soft, air fry for an additional 3–5 mins.

Prepare the Steak Bites

While potatoes cook, season steak cubes with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

In a bowl, toss with 1 tbsp olive oil to coat evenly.

After potatoes are done, place steak bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 6–8 minutes, shaking halfway through, until nicely seared and medium doneness.

4 minutes ➝ Shake ➝ 2–4 minutes more

Meanwhile, melt 1 tbsp butter in a small pan or microwave, stir in minced garlic and pour over cooked steak bites. Toss with parsley (optional).

Assemble the Loaded Potatoes

Slice each potato open lengthwise and gently fluff the inside with a fork.

Sprinkle cheese inside and return to air fryer for 1–2 minutes at 350°F (175°C) to melt.

Remove, top with steak bites, bacon, sour cream, and green onions.

Optional Add-Ons:

Jalapeño slices for heat

Ranch drizzle

Sautéed mushrooms

Blue cheese crumbles

Final Touch:

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a simple salad. The juicy steak bites and melty cheese inside a crispy potato shell will steal the show!