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Air Fryer Oven Beef Jerky

Air Fryer Oven Beef Jerky delivers deeply savory, concentrated beef flavor with a satisfyingly chewy bite. Marinated and cured slices dry low and slow in the air fryer for a portable snack that’s great for road trips, hikes, or game day nibbling. Expect a balanced, seasoned finish and a clean beef taste that keeps well in an airtight container.

  • Prep9 hrs 10 mins
  • Cook3 hrs
  • Serves16
  • DifficultyMedium
Air Fryer Oven Beef Jerky
  1. 1

    Put the beef, jerky seasoning, and 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cure into a large bowl. Massage the beef with your hands until evenly mixed. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat the air fryer to 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Arrange the beef slices on the rack, ensuring they do not overlap.

  3. 3

    Air fry for 3 hours. Open the air fryer and let the beef rest for 1 hour to finish drying and cooling. Store in an airtight container.