Description
This Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff is a comforting, easy-to-make dish featuring tender beef stew meat cooked low and slow with mushrooms, onions, and flavorful herbs, topped with creamy sour cream and served over tender egg noodles. Perfect for a hearty family meal with minimal hands-on time.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 2 lbs. beef stew meat (raw, cubed beef)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
Seasonings and Sauces
- ½ tsp. dried leaf thyme (not ground)
- ½ tsp. dried leaf oregano (not ground)
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- 1.74 oz brown gravy packets (two 0.87 oz packets)
- 1 ½ cups water
- 16 oz. sour cream
Other
- 8 oz. egg noodles (cooked according to package directions on the stove top)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Add the beef stew meat, diced onions, and sliced mushrooms to the slow cooker. These ingredients form the base of the stroganoff and will cook slowly to become tender.
- Season: Sprinkle the dried leaf thyme, dried leaf oregano, and black pepper evenly over the meat and vegetables in the slow cooker to impart aroma and flavor.
- Mix Gravy: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of water with the two brown gravy packets until smooth and combined. Pour this mixture over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker to create the sauce base.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours or on high heat for 4 hours, ensuring the lid remains closed during cooking to maintain temperature and moisture. This slow cooking tenderizes the beef and melds the flavors.
- Add Sour Cream: Once cooking is complete, add the sour cream to the slow cooker and stir thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and creamy, giving the stroganoff its signature richness.
- Cook Noodles: While the stroganoff finishes, prepare the egg noodles on the stovetop according to package instructions, then drain them well.
- Combine and Serve: Add the drained cooked noodles to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the saucy beef mixture. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if desired, then serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Do not open the slow cooker lid during the cooking time to ensure proper temperature and tenderness.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier and slightly healthier option.
- For gluten-free variation, use gluten-free gravy mix and noodles.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave to prevent the sour cream from curdling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Beef Stroganoff, Slow Cooker Recipes, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Creamy Beef, Slow Cooker Beef, Mushroom Sauce
