Crock Pot 5 Ingredient Beef Stroganoff

Crock Pot 5 Ingredient Beef Stroganoff is made with beef stew meat, cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, sour cream, and egg noodles. This recipe creates a rich and creamy beef dish with minimal ingredients. It takes about 6 hours and 10 minutes to prepare and serves 8.

Crock Pot 5 Ingredient Beef Stroganoff Ingredients

• 1 lb beef stew meat
• 21 oz cream of mushroom soup (2 small cans)
• 1 pkg onion soup mix
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 8 oz egg noodles

How To Make Crock Pot 5 Ingredient Beef Stroganoff

1. Optional – Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, brown the beef stew meat for added flavor.
2. Mix Soups: In a small bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup with the onion soup mix.
3. Add to Crock Pot: Place beef in the crock pot and pour soup mixture over the top.
4. Cook the Beef: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours until beef is tender.
5. Cook the Noodles: Shortly before serving, cook egg noodles according to package directions and drain.
6. Add Sour Cream: Stir the sour cream into the beef mixture in the crock pot.
7. Serve: Either mix the noodles into the crock pot or serve the beef sauce over a bed of noodles.

Recipe Tips

• Browning Adds Flavor: Searing the beef beforehand enhances the dish’s depth.
• Use Wide Egg Noodles: They hold the creamy sauce well and are traditional in stroganoff.
• Don’t Overcook Noodles: Cook noodles just until al dente to prevent mushiness.
• Sour Cream Last: Always stir in sour cream just before serving to avoid curdling.
• Make It Creamier: Add a splash of milk or cream if you prefer a looser sauce.

What To Serve With Beef Stroganoff

This hearty dish pairs well with steamed green beans, roasted carrots, a simple salad, or crusty bread. For drinks, try a light red wine like Pinot Noir or a classic iced tea.

How To Store Beef Stroganoff

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stove or microwave.
Freeze: Freeze the beef and sauce (without noodles) for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and serve with fresh-cooked noodles.

Beef Stroganoff Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 350
• Total Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Sugar: 3g
• Protein: 20g
• Sodium: 800mg

FAQs

Can I use ground beef instead of stew meat?
Yes, ground beef works well and requires less cooking time.

What can I substitute for cream of mushroom soup?
You can use cream of chicken or a homemade mushroom sauce.

Can I cook this on high?
Yes, cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours, but LOW yields more tender meat.

Is sour cream necessary?
It gives classic stroganoff its creamy tang, but Greek yogurt can be substituted.

Can I make this gluten-free?
Use gluten-free egg noodles and check labels on soups and mixes.