Description
A hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff recipe featuring tender beef chuck roast cooked low and slow with mushrooms, onions, and a creamy sour cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner served over egg noodles.
Ingredients
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Beef and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon all purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast (well trimmed and cut into chunks)
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 pound mushrooms (sliced)
Other Ingredients
- Olive oil spray
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 cup beef broth (see notes below)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (check labels for gluten-free)
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 pound egg noodles
Instructions
- Season the Beef: In a bowl, season the beef chunks with 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and the flour. Make sure the beef is evenly coated to help thicken the sauce later.
- Sauté Onions: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil and the chopped onions. Sauté until the onions are softened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the onions to the slow cooker and wipe the skillet clean.
- Brown the Beef: Increase the skillet heat to medium-high and spray with olive oil. Brown the seasoned beef chunks for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they develop a nice crust. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker on top of the onions.
- Add Flavorings and Mushrooms: To the slow cooker, add 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 1 cup beef broth, the remaining 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Stir gently. Top with the sliced mushrooms and stir lightly to distribute.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 5 hours or LOW for 8 to 10 hours until the beef is very tender and the flavors meld perfectly.
- Finish with Sour Cream: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in ¾ cup sour cream to enrich the sauce and add creaminess.
- Cook Noodles: Prepare 1 pound egg noodles according to package directions until al dente.
- Serve: Serve the beef stroganoff over the cooked egg noodles or fold the noodles gently into the slow cooker just before serving for a combined dish.
Notes
- Use gluten-free flour and Worcestershire sauce if gluten intolerance is a concern.
- The beef broth quantity seems low, but the slow cooker generates enough liquid to keep the dish moist.
- For thicker sauce, you can sprinkle additional flour during browning or reduce liquid broth slightly.
- Leftovers keep well and reheat nicely, making this dish great for meal prep.
