Save this comforting One-Pot Beef Stroganoff! 🥩🍄 Tender strips of beef and golden mushrooms are tossed with egg noodles in a rich, creamy sauce. An easy family dinner packed with savory flavor and ready in about 35 minutes.
One-Pot Beef Stroganoff
Few dinners deliver comfort quite like a warm bowl of Beef Stroganoff.
This version combines tender strips of beef, sautéed mushrooms and onions, egg noodles, and a creamy savory sauce. Everything comes together quickly enough for a weeknight while still delivering the rich flavor you’d expect from classic comfort food.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 500 g (1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 250 g (9 oz) egg noodles
- 300 g (10 oz) mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Prepare the beef
Cut the beef into thin strips against the grain.
Pat dry and season generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Sear the beef
Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the beef in batches rather than crowding the pan.
Cook briefly until nicely browned, then transfer to a plate.
The beef doesn’t need to cook completely at this stage.
Cook the vegetables
Reduce the heat to medium and add the onions.
Cook until they begin to soften.
Add the mushrooms and continue cooking until they’ve released their moisture and developed some golden color.
Stir in the garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
Build the sauce
Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and onions and stir well.
Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring.
Add the Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard.
Bring everything to a gentle simmer and allow the sauce to begin thickening.
Cook the noodles
Add the egg noodles directly to the skillet.
Stir well, cover loosely, and simmer according to the noodle package timing until tender.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
If the mixture becomes too dry before the noodles are cooked, add another splash of broth or water.
Finish with the beef
Return the browned beef and any accumulated juices to the skillet.
Cook gently until the beef is done to your preference and everything is heated through.
Make it creamy
Reduce the heat to low.
Place the sour cream in a small bowl and mix it with a few spoonfuls of the warm sauce.
Stir the mixture back into the skillet.
Heat gently without bringing the sauce to a vigorous boil.
Serve
Taste and adjust the salt and pepper.
Sprinkle generously with chopped fresh parsley and serve while hot.
Tips for Tender Beef Stroganoff
Slice against the grain. This helps make every strip of beef more tender.
Sear in batches. Overcrowding the skillet causes the meat to steam instead of brown.
Don’t overcook the beef. Thin strips need only a short cooking time.
Add sour cream at low heat. Excessive heat can cause creamy sauces to separate.
Easy Variations
Ground Beef Stroganoff
Replace the steak with ground beef for an inexpensive and particularly easy weeknight version.
Chicken Stroganoff
Use thinly sliced chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs instead of beef.
Extra Mushroom Stroganoff
Double the mushrooms for an even richer mushroom flavor.
Vegetarian Stroganoff
Skip the beef and use additional mushrooms with vegetable broth.
What to Serve With Beef Stroganoff
Because this version already contains noodles, you only need a simple side.
Good choices include:
- Roasted broccoli
- Green beans
- Peas
- Simple green salad
- Roasted carrots
- Garlic bread
Storage and Reheating
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
The noodles will continue absorbing some of the sauce while refrigerated.
When reheating, add a small splash of beef broth or water and warm gently over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Avoid boiling the sauce.
Final Note
Tender beef, golden mushrooms, noodles, and creamy savory sauce make One-Pot Beef Stroganoff exactly the kind of comforting dinner that’s perfect after a long day.
It’s rich, family-friendly, and comes together in around 35 minutes with minimal cleanup.