Steak always feels like a luxury, but it’s one of the easiest dinners to make. This Ninja Foodi Grill steak gets a char on the outside and stays juicy inside. You never have to step outside. Top it with a slice of garlic chive butter, and dinner feels fancy with very little hands-on time.
Don’t have a Ninja Foodi Grill? I’ve got outdoor grill instructions in the recipe card too. (And if you’re using the air fry setting on your Ninja Foodi, my Ninja Foodi Steak is the one you want.)
Steak always feels like such a luxury, and it is one of the easiest meals you can make.
This Ninja Foodi Grill Steak recipe makes things even easier - you don't even have to go outdoors to get a beautifully charred steak!
This quick grilled steak recipe works just as well for entertaining as it does for busy weeknights.
Steak on the Ninja Indoor Grill
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My daughter got me a Ninja Foodi Grill for Christmas, and I’ve been more than a little obsessed with it ever since. You get a grilled steak any time of year, and the fat drips away without any flare-ups.
Press the steaks down when they hit the grate. That full contact is what gives you those dark grill marks.
Want steak on the Ninja grill beyond strip? My Grilled Filet Mignon has Ninja Foodi Grill directions too.
Ingredient Notes
- Butter: I used salted butter. If you want to use unsalted butter, you can add a bit of salt to the compound butter.
- Chives: If you don't have chives on hand, fresh rosemary or parsley are also great options. If you use rosemary, make sure that you chop it finely.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic is best here. If you do not have it, you could use garlic powder in a pinch.
- Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a subtle hint of acid to the butter.
- Steaks: I used strip steak, which is also sometimes called top loin, shell, sirloin strip, or Kansas City strip. If you choose a fattier cut, you may need to turn the temperature down a bit to avoid smoking.
- Seasonings: I generally recommend 1 teaspoon of salt per pound of meat. Adjust the amount to your liking.
Tips & Tricks
- Generally, strip steaks will be lean enough to avoid smoking. If you have a particularly fatty cut, try trimming the fat cab to ¼ inch thick or less to avoid excessive smoking.
- Salt your steaks for at least 1 hour or up to overnight before grilling. Salting ahead of time will help the salt get into the fibers of the meat, making it more juicy and tender. Pat the steaks dry just before salting and use at least one teaspoon per pound of meat. This helps to make the perfect steak every time!
- After slicing your steak, finish it with a touch of Maldon Sea Salt.
- Want to change up the butter topping? Don't miss this post on how to make compound butter. You'll learn how to customize it to your liking.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Know When My Steak is Done?
For the strip steaks in this recipe, figure about 10 minutes on Grill High for medium-rare. That’s 5 minutes, a flip, then 4 to 5 more. Thinner steaks may only need 4 to 8 minutes. Thicker ones can take 12 or longer. I always go by my instant-read thermometer, not the clock.
Take the meat off the grill at least 5 degrees before it reaches the desired temperature. The temperature will continue to rise as the steak rests.
- 120 degrees F - Rare
- 130 degrees F - Medium-Rare
- 140 degrees F - Medium
- 150 degrees F - Medium-Well
- 160 degrees F - Well Done
Should I Use a Probe Thermometer that Comes with the Ninja Foodi Grill to Monitor the Temperature of the Steak?
You can use the internal probe, but I find it easier and more reliable to use an Instant Read Thermometer. To use either, insert the thermometer through the side to check for doneness.
Can you use Olive Oil in the Ninja Foodi Grill?
I don't recommend using extra-virgin olive oil in the Foodi grill when cooking at high temperatures. Choose a heat-safe oil, like avocado oil instead.
Why Do I Need to Let My Steak Rest?
The muscle fibers of meat contract when it is cooked. Let your steaks rest on a wire rack set on a baking sheet loosely covered with foil for about 10 minutes. This helps the fibers to relax and to hold onto moisture when sliced.
Tools Needed to Make Steak on the Ninja Foodi Grill
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- Ninja Foodi Grill
- Instant Read Thermometer
- Tongs for flipping (Make sure they are heat-safe.)
How to Cook a Steak in the Ninja Foodi Grill
First, start by making the compound butter.
To do this, place softened butter in a medium bowl and add the chives, garlic, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Form the butter into a log with clean hands and wrap it with parchment paper.
Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Season the steaks and allow them to sit at room temperature for 1 hour. (You can skip this step if you are short on time.)
Select Grill High and allow your Ninja Indoor Grill to preheat.
When your grill is ready (it will say ADD FOOD), place the steaks on the grill plate.
Cook for 5 minutes and then flip. Cook for another 5 minutes or to desired doneness. (Use an instant-read thermometer to determine doneness.)
Remove from the grill and tent with foil.
Allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes and then serve.
Ninja Foodi Grill Steak with Garlic Butter
Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter softened
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 ½ pounds boneless strip steaks
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
- ¾ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or other high heat oil
Instructions
- Place the softened butter in a bowl and add the chives, garlic, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes and black pepper.
- Stir until throughly combined. Form into a log and wrap with parchment paper.
- Place in the refrigerator.
- Season the steaks with salt and pepper and allow to sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Brush with oil.
Ninja Foodi Grill
- Select GRILL HIGH, and press START/STOP to start preheating.
- When the unit is preheated, place the steaks on the grill grate. Press them down for maximum charring.
- Close the hood.
- Cook for 5 minutes and flip. Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes more (for medium-rare) or to desired doneness. (Use an instant-read thermometer.)
- Remove the steaks from the grill and place the butter slices on top.
- Tent with foil and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
Outdoor Grill Instructions
- Preheat your grill to high heat. (About 500 degrees F)
- Transfer the steaks onto the grill.
- Cook for about 5 minutes per side or to desired doneness.
- Remove the steaks from the grill and place the butter slices on top.
- Tent with foil and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
Jaclyn says
Always looking for new recipes to make on our Ninja Foodi Grill - thank you!
Scarlet says
What a great Ninja Foodi Grill recipe. This steak turned out perfect and so full of flavor1
Robin Donovan says
This is so good! I'm never cooking steak any other way again!
Ann says
Mmmm a delicious steak recipe made easy using the Ninja Foodi.
Sarah says
thanks for the beautiful photos! It helped so much when I made my steak tonight. It turned out just as you said it would!
Debbie says
I’ve had my grill for about a year and only used it twice to make asparagus. My oven just went out on my stove and I am going to try this recipe. Thank You.
Wendy Polisi says
I hope you love it as much as we do!
Alisha says
This is the worlds greatest butter recipe. I marinade my steaks first in a recipe i found online that says worlds best marinade and then i use this butter recipe. Hands down this is the best steak when you use this combo that you will ever have in your life. I also use this butter on my baked potatoes and sauté some red onion to go on top. I could eat this butter by itself it’s so good and I’m not really a butter person. I had no clue what i was missing. I really love this article. I am new to cooking and so the pictures and information are great! Can’t wait to try more of these recipes. I will never stop making this steak and butter recipe!
Wendy Polisi says
I am so glad that you love it!