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A cooked pork chop seasoned with spices sits on a plate atop a bed of asparagus spears, with a light sauce visible around the meat, reminiscent of the juicy flavor found in Air Fryer Ham Steaks.

Air Fryer Ham Steaks

Author: Mandy Applegate
Air Fryer Ham Steaks are my go-to when I want something bold, caramelized, and impressive without babysitting a hot skillet. The maple glaze with garlic, thyme, and paprika bakes into a glossy, sweet, and savory coating with lightly charred edges and a juicy, tender center. I make them for weeknight dinners, weekend breakfasts, and holiday spreads like Easter and Christmas when I need something hearty on the table fast. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 11 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Ham Steaks
Servings: 4
Calories: 199kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ham steaks 2 pieces, fully cooked
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
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Instructions

  • Cut each ham steak in half — each half will be one serving.
    1 pound ham steaks
  • In a small bowl, mix the maple syrup, garlic powder, thyme, paprika, and melted butter.
    ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon dried thyme, ¼ teaspoon paprika, 2 teaspoons maple syrup, 2 tablespoons butter
  • Brush the ham steaks with the maple mixture and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 4–6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the ham is browned and heated through.
  • For extra flavor, brush with additional glaze before serving.

Notes

Here are a few tips I've picked up from making these regularly.
Air-fry in a single layer: Avoid stacking or overlapping the ham steaks in the air fryer basket so the air can circulate properly and brown each piece evenly. Work on one slice at a time if needed.
Don't skip the flip: Flipping the steaks halfway through the cook time at 400°F (200°C) helps both sides get that caramelized, browned finish instead of just one side.
Watch your air fryer: Cook times can vary between models, so start checking at 4 minutes and pull them when the ham is browned and heated through.
Double the glaze: Mix a little extra maple butter glaze to brush on right before serving for a fresher, more intense flavor in every bite.
Store properly: Refrigerate fully cooled ham steaks in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days, or if you're freezing them, lay them flat on a baking sheet for an hour before transferring to a freezer bag and freezing for up to 2 months, so they don't stick together.
Reheat with glaze: When reheating leftovers, brush the ham with a little extra maple syrup and butter before warming them in the air fryer at 350°F or in a skillet over medium heat so they come out just as good as fresh.

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 1485mg | Potassium: 384mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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