Air Fryer Ham Steak
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Ham steak in the air fryer is one of the most affordable dinners you can make. Because ham is already cooked, you can heat it up in just 10 minutes. Topped with brown sugar and pineapple – this dish brings the flavor of the holidays any time of year!
What You Will Love About Air Fryer Ham Steak
Ham is just so versatile and easy!!! It’s already cooked so you’re just warming it up – it’s got a smoky deliciousness that can’t be beat. On a sandwich, in pasta, in a fried rice – or just on it’s own – ham steak cooks in minutes and is always tasty!
The other thing I like about buying and eating ham (and any kind of pork!) is that I know I’m helping farmers. All the pork you buy is raised by real farmers on farms in Wisconsin and across the US!
I’ve been to quite a few pig farms – and the advances in technology and farming are pretty cool. It all goes together to make healthier pork for us! Today’s pork has 16% less fat and 27% less saturated fat than pork from 30 years ago. Thankfully – it still has all the flavor!
Air Fryer Ham Steak Ingredients
Ham Steaks range in size from a 4 oz. thin slice to a 16 oz. bone-in inch thick slice! Your cook time will vary depending on what size you have. A small thin slice will only take 5-7 minutes to heat, whereas a thick slice will take 7-10 minutes. Adjust your cook time accordingly.
For this recipe – you’ll need just three simple ingredients:
- 2 – 8 oz ham steaks
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 8 oz pineapple slices
How to Make Ham Steak in the Air Fryer
This glazed ham steak is so simple! I added the brown sugar and pineapple to remind me of my favorite Easter dinner. So yummy and so easy! This tasty air fryer meal is perfect for a quick dinner any night of the week.
- Place ham steak in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 370ºF for 5 minutes.
- Feel free to line your tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil
- Open air fryer and flip ham steak. Sprinkle with brown sugar and lay pineapple slice on ham. Cook for 5 minutes more.
- Remove ham steak and serve!
Tips, Tricks & FAQs
No – ham is fully cooked and smoked so you could dice it up and add to a salad or a sandwich right out of the package.
Yup – cook ham steaks 5 min on each side at 380ºF
Yes definitely! Ham is already cooked but you can easily use leftover ham for this recipe and just top with brown sugar & pineapple.
Yes definitely – the edges will get hard and rubbery if you do.
Each 8 oz ham steak should serve two people. Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate up to a week. Reheating in the microwave for 1.5 minutes or in air fryer for 5.
Air Fryer Ham Steak Recipe Variations
This amazing comfort food meal can also be switched up with just a few ingredients:
- Honey Butter – In a small bowl, combine melted butter & honey in the microwave. Brush the melted butter mixture on as a glaze. Maple syrup would also be a very tasty alternative!
- Plain – If you’re not in the mood for that sweetened ham, leave off the pineapple & brown sugar
- Grilled Ham & Cheese – If it’s plain, add a slice of cheese for the last minute and let it melt a little. Then serve on toast for a grilled ham & cheese.
- Cuban – Top it with Swiss cheese, pickles and dijon mustard and put on a bun for a Cuban-style sandwich.
Side Dishes to serve with Air Fryer Ham Steak
- Ruby Tuesday Pasta Salad
- French Fries in the Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Carrot Fries
- Air Fryer Asparagus
- Crispy Smashed Potatoes in the Air Fryer
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Air Fryer Ham Steak
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz ham steaks
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 pineapple slices
Instructions
- Place ham steak in the air fryer. Air fry at 370ºF for 5 minutes.
- Open air fryer and flip ham steak. Sprinkle with brown sugar and lay pineapple slice on ham. Cook for 5 minutes more.
- Remove ham steak and serve!
I LOVE ham and pineapples so I’m all about this recipe!
This looks fantastic! Thank you for sharing!
Excellent! Had left over rice. Green beans steamed and a little pork gravy. 10 mins and done 😋