This Air Fryer Prime Rib tastes like it took all day to prepare, and you’ll be amazed at how much time this recipe saves you. It’s perfectly cooked, juicy, succulent, and so buttery.

This recipe costs about $122.83 to make. It makes 6 servings for a total of $20.48 per serving.

If you can’t get enough of your Air Fryer, check out these Air Fryer French Toast Sticks, these Air Fryer Pasta Chips, Air Fryer Filet Mignon, and these Air Fryer Steak Bites

A slice of prime rib on a white plate.

Air Fryer Prime Rib

Are you ready for a mouth-watering and juicy cut of meat for special occasions like Easter, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Anniversaries? I love making Prime Rib for family gatherings and holiday dinners.

This recipe is an easy way to serve Prime Rib for any occasion. It makes for an impressive and delicious dinner but easy with the Air Fryer.

The Air Fryer turns Prime Rib into restaurant-quality food in the comfort of your own home. It is cooked perfectly, giving you tender slices of Prime Rib every time. 

Season and cook the meat. That’s it! So simple! Follow my step-by-step directions to make your own perfectly cooked piece of Prime Rib in the Air Fryer. 

The finished Air Fryer Prime Rib cut into and on a white platter.

Ingredients and Cost

Per Serving Cost: $20.48

Recipe Cost: $122.83

  • 5-6 pound prime rib roast – $119.00
  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter – $0.27
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce – $0.20
  • 2 teaspoons salt – $0.02
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper – $0.14
  • ⅓ cup prepared horseradish – $2.60
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped chives – $0.50
  • 2 Tablespoons garlic – $0.10

NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have.

All of the ingredients needed to make this recipe.

How To Make Prime Rib In The Air Fryer

  1. First, preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F. 
  2. Then, spread the butter over the outside of the prime rib.
  3. Next, pour the Worcestershire sauce on top and sprinkle with salt and pepper. 
  4. Rub the horseradish, chives, and garlic over the top and sides of the prime rib. 
  5. Set the prime rib into the air fryer basket and cook for fifteen minutes. 
  6. Lower the temperature of the air fryer to 315 degrees. Cook for an additional 40-50 minutes. 
  7. After it is finished cooking, remove the roast from the air fryer and let it rest for twenty minutes. 
  8. Finally, slice the prime rib before serving.

A picture collage showing how to make Prime Rib in the Air Fryer.

***For complete recipe instructions see the recipe card below. 

RECIPE VARIATIONS

  • You can use fresh or freeze-dried chives in this recipe.
  • If you can’t find a small enough piece, consider cutting the meat down a little or asking the butcher for a specific cut.

Storage Tips

SERVE: You can keep the prime rib out for no longer than two hours before it needs to be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

STORE: Place leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for 5-6 days.

FREEZE: Once cooled, place slices of air fryer prime rib on a baking sheet and place the baking sheet in the freezer until frozen solid. Then, move the frozen slices to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 3-4 months.

THAW: Thaw the prime rib in the refrigerator overnight.

REHEAT: Place slices of prime rib in a lightly greased air fryer basket. Heat in a 350 degree air fryer for 3-5 minutes depending on the thickness of the meat.

COOK’S TOOLS

  • Air Fryer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Chef’s knife
  • Instant read thermometer
An overhead picture of the finished Air Fryer Prime Rib Roast on a white platter and garnished with butter and chives.

RECIPE FAQs

How long does it take to cook prime rib in an Airfryer?

The total cook time in the Air Fryer is sixty-five minutes. Keep in mind the meat does need to rest for twenty minutes before slicing it. This will ensure your meat turns out nice & juicy! By allowing it to rest, the juices can saturate the meat. If you cut too soon, you risk it being on the dryer side as you will lose lots of juice as it leaves the meat.

How do you cook with an air fryer?

An Air Fryer is a great option for cooking many different types of foods. It makes for an easy way to cook meat especially. The air fryer is basically a convection oven that sits on your countertop! It creates the taste of frying food without actually frying the food in oil. Instead, a fan circulates hot air evenly, cooking the food quickly and giving it that crispy outer layer that we all love. To cook with an Air Fryer, preheat it, stick the food in it, and wait a few minutes for the magic to happen!

Can you put raw meat in Airfryer?

Absolutely! That is one of the beauties of the Air Fryer and this recipe for Prime Rib. After seasoning the meat, place the raw meat in the basket to cook.

What To Serve With Prime Rib:

When Is Your Prime Rib Roast Done?

It’s no secret that prime rib is one of the most expensive cuts of meat. That’s why it’s usually reserved for holidays and special occasions. For properly cooked prime rib, it’s imperative that you get yourself a good instant-read thermometer.

Prime rib is best served rare, medium-rare, or medium. Below are the temperatures to each. Make sure you insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the roast to get an accurate reading. 

  • 115 degrees F for rare.
  • 120 degrees for medium-rare.
  • 130 degrees F for medium.

Once the roast reaches the temperature for your desired doneness, it’s time to take it out of the air fryer. It’s not done quite yet, instead it’s time to rest the prime rib roast for 20 minutes.

Allowing the roast time to rest will ensure your meat turns out nice and juicy! If you cut too soon, you risk it being on the dryer side as you will lose lots of juice as it leaves the meat. 

After the 20 minute rest, then your prime rib roast is done!

A close up picture of the finished Air Fryer Prime Rib on a white platter.

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The finished Air Fryer Prime Rib recipe on a serving platter with garlic butter on top.
4.15 from 14 votes

Air Fryer Prime Rib

Recipe Cost $ $122.83
Serving Cost $ $20.48
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
6 people
This Air Fryer Prime Rib tastes like it took all day to prepare. It’s perfectly cooked, juicy, succulent, and so buttery.

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • chef's knife

Ingredients
 
 

  • 5-6 lb prime rib roast
  • 3 Tablespoon unsalted butter at room temperature
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon black pepper
  • cup prepared horseradish
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh chopped chives
  • 2 Tablespoons crushed garlic

Instructions

PREHEAT AIR FRYER:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F.

PREP PRIME RIB:

  • Spread the butter all over the outside of the prime rib. Pour the Worcestershire sauce on top.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Rub the horseradish, chives, and garlic all over the top and sides.

AIR FRY:

  • Place the prime rib into the air fryer basket or base dish and air fry for about 15 minutes.
  • Reduce temperature to 315 degrees and continue cooking for another 40-50 minutes, or until the meat registers 130 degrees F (for medium) on an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the roast—***See different cooking temperatures in the notes below.

REST THE PRIME RIB ROAST:

  • Remove the roast from the air fryer and allow it to rest for 20 minutes.

SERVE:

  • Slice the prime rib and serve.

Notes

  • You’ll want to cook the prime rib to your desired doneness. Cook to 115 degrees F for rare, 120 degrees F for medium-rare, and 130 degrees F for medium (my preferred doneness). 
  • Make sure you consider how big your air fryer is when you buy your meat.
  • If you can’t find a small enough piece, consider cutting the meat down a little or asking the butcher for a specific cut.
  • Always allow the meat to rest before slicing it. This will ensure your meat turns out nice & juicy! By allowing it to rest, the juices can saturate the meat. If you cut too soon, you risk it being on the dryer side as you will lose lots of juice as it leaves the meat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pound | Calories: 1199kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 106g | Saturated Fat: 46g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 45g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 244mg | Sodium: 1113mg | Potassium: 984mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 232IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 6mg

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7 Comments

  1. Haven’t tried your recipe, but have done prime rib roasts in my Ninja Foodi 8qt over the last 3 years and won’t go back to using the oven unless the roast is too big for the Ninja. I’ve done 4 – 6+ lb in the Ninja, the 6+ have been a tight fit. I do the following on the outside
    mince together = 6 large garlic cloves, 1/4 c fresh rosemary leaves, 1/2 c fresh basil leaves, 2 tsp kosher salt, 2 tsp ground black pepper, then add = 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Make into a paste using a small food processor and spread all over the roast. 20 mins at 400 deg F on AC, then lowered to 350 deg F on bake/roast for at least 45 minutes, checking temp every 20-25 minutes. The roasts were so juicy, tender and just the best! The best part is it frees up the oven for everything else. Really like the above rub, but always open to try others. Just so glad to see someone posting something for “Air Fryer” prime rib. Thank you!

    1. Pam, your recipe sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing! 🙂

  2. Claudia Lamascolo says:

    This was so flavorful and when your a big fan of Prime RIB! like us!! this will be the best addition to my collection of recipes!

  3. Mindee Taylor says:

    Is there anything an air fryer can’t do? Clearly not! This prime rib turned out so amazing!

  4. What a lovely dinner idea. Meat looks absolutely perfect. Can’t wait to give this recipe a try. Thank you!

  5. This recipe was the best use for my air fryer yet! My in-laws love it and couldn’t believe how juicy it was!

  6. Owen D Warfield says:

    I’m an 81 year old gentlemen, my wife just purchased an air fryer and we’re having a ball cooking food with it. Thank you for your recipes. I just signed up so I get them automatically now. Thank you thank you
    Owen D Warfield.