By Becky Hardin
Published Apr 1, 2021
This savory garlic butter ham will look beautiful at the center of the dinner table. Make ham in the Air Fryer for an unbelievably easy holiday recipe!
Air Fryer Garlic Butter Ham Recipe
Making ham in the Air Fryer is such an easy way to prepare the main course. Just pop it in, set the timer, and it’ll be ready in no time.
This garlic butter ham is savory and delicious. The butter mixture is made with garlic and lots of herbs for an amazing flavor.
This easy Air Fryer recipe is a great option for holiday dinners. Serve it on Easter , Christmas , or Thanksgiving with all your favorites sides!
Why you’ll love this Air Fryer Ham recipe:
- EASY : This recipe couldn’t be easier. No fuss, just a few steps and you’re ready to go.
- SAVORY FLAVOR: The garlic butter mixed with herbs covers the ham for a simple and classic flavor everyone will love.
- HOLIDAY READY : Holiday meals will be so simple with this easy ham recipe. It’s the perfect Thanksgiving ham , or serve it for Christmas.
How to make Ham in an Air Fryer for the Holidays (Garlic Butter Ham)
You can jump to the recipe card for full ingredients & instructions!
- Combine softened butter, garlic, and herbs in a bowl.
- Line the Air Fryer basket with aluminum foil, place the ham inside, and spread half of the garlic butter over the ham.
- Cover the ham tightly with foil and cook at 300 degrees F for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil from the top of the ham, spread the rest of the butter on top, then cook at 375 degrees F for 15 minutes.
- Let the ham rest briefly after cooking, then slice, serve, and enjoy.
What kind of ham do I use for this recipe?
Use a boneless, pre-cooked ham for this recipe. A small ham, about 5 pounds, works best in the Air Fryer.
How long do you cook ham in the Air Fryer?
The ham needs to be heated to 140 degrees F before serving. For a 5 pound ham, that should take about 1 hour total, alternating cooking temperature between 300 degrees F and 375 degrees F.
What to serve with garlic butter ham?
There are lots of different ways to serve this ham , but a more traditional dinner might consist of a couple of vegetable sides and bread.
I recommend serving it alongside sauteed carrots with scallions , parmesan creamed potatoes , Pennsylvania Dutch green beans , and homemade Hawaiian rolls .
Tips!
- Pre-cooked hams should be heated to an internal temperature of 140F. Use an instant read thermometer to check before consuming.
- Wrap leftovers in aluminum foil or keep in a resealable bag, and store in the fridge up to 4 days.
- I recommend using parsley, rosemary, and thyme for the garlic butter mixture. However, you can use a different mix of herbs, whatever you have on hand.
Prepare for any holiday in the easiest way possible with this delicious Air Fryer ham. Simple yet flavorful can’t be beat!
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Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 small boneless fully cooked ham (about 5 pounds)
- ▢ 1 stick butter softened
- ▢ 3 cloves garlic minced
- ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced
- ▢ 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary minced
- ▢ 1 teaspoon fresh thyme minced
Instructions
- Line your air fryer basket with foil, creating a well to hold the juices and add the ham to the basket.
- In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, sage, rosemary, and thyme. Spread half of the mixture over the ham, reserving the second half for later.
- Cover the ham with foil tightly and cook at 300F for 45 minutes.
- Remove the top layer of foil and carefully rub the butter over the ham (it will probably melt as it hits the hot ham– that’s okay!)
- Cook the ham at 375F for an additional 15 minutes.
Equipment
- Air Fryer (click for my favorite)
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Air Fryer Ham Recipe with Garlic Butter
Equipment
- Air Fryer (click for my favorite)
Ingredients
- 1 small boneless fully cooked ham (about 5 pounds)
- 1 stick butter softened
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme minced
Instructions
- Line your air fryer basket with foil, creating a well to hold the juices and add the ham to the basket.
- In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, sage, rosemary, and thyme. Spread half of the mixture over the ham, reserving the second half for later.
- Cover the ham with foil tightly and cook at 300F for 45 minutes.
- Remove the top layer of foil and carefully rub the butter over the ham (it will probably melt as it hits the hot ham– that’s okay!)
- Cook the ham at 375F for an additional 15 minutes.
Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
