This easy and delicious slow cooker beef stroganoff has that classic nostalgic flavor you remember, with no cans or bouillon needed. Perfect for hitting your protein goals on a busy weeknight or a sit-down Sunday meal with the family.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nTo me, beef stroganoff is one of those comfort foods that you love as a child but forget how awesome it is until you go back home and visit family and your mom or grandma makes it again.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s also one of those recipes that is perfect for Sunday family dinners, busy weeknights, or when the weather is cold, and you want something that warms the soul while filling your bellies.<\/p>\n
My Classic Slow Cooker Pot Roast<\/a> is another Sunday night favorite, and Slow Cooker Beef Stew<\/a> is PERFECT for busy weeknights! They have that classic comfort food flavor too.<\/p>\n But to me, no meal is more nostalgic than classic beef stroganoff.<\/p>\n Making slow cooker beef stroganoff means you get the ease of hands-off cooking for a comforting bowl of tender beef, rich and creamy sauce, and pasta for an amazing low-effort meal.<\/p>\n This is the best slow cooker beef stroganoff recipe because you can make it:<\/p>\n The ingredients for this crock pot beef stroganoff recipe are pretty straightforward:<\/p>\n There are a few different ways to make slow-cooker beef stroganoff, but the biggest difference will be the type of meat you choose.<\/p>\n I\u2019ve tested this recipe using a sliced roast and flank steak, and both versions came out delicious. I suggest using the cut of meat you have on hand, or what\u2019s on sale at the store.<\/p>\n To make ground beef stroganoff instead of chunks of beef, you\u2019ll want to brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat first. Drain off the excess grease before adding the meat to the slow cooker. Browning beforehand isn\u2019t necessary for the other cuts of beef.<\/p>\n I get my beef for stroganoff from Butcher Box<\/a>. Butcher Box delivers grass-fed beef, pasture-raised and organic chicken, and heritage pork directly to your front door each month. You can read <\/em>my honest review of Butcher Box here<\/em><\/a> and <\/em>how to make Butcher Box worth the cost here<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n If your grandma had a \u201csecret\u201d crock pot beef stroganoff recipe, it\u2019s probably because of her sauce.<\/p>\n The history of traditional beef stroganoff recipes is like a family tree with several branches dictating how the recipe is made:<\/p>\n My beef slow cooker stroganoff recipe tastes just as good as the fancy version, is SUPER simple, and doesn\u2019t rely on processed foods. I think that\u2019s the best combination of all!<\/p>\n Step 1. Cut the mushrooms into thick slices.<\/strong> This allows the mushrooms to hold their shape throughout the long cooking time.<\/p>\n Step 2: Using the same <\/strong>cutting board<\/strong><\/a> (and you don\u2019t need to wash it in between), cut the stew meat,<\/strong> steak, or roast into thin 1\u201d strips. If you\u2019re using ground beef, brown it in a skillet on the stove and drain the excess grease.<\/p>\n Step 3. Add the beef and spices to the slow cooker.<\/strong> If your slow cooker<\/a> is older, you may want to spray the inside with nonstick cooking spray<\/a> (or reuse wrappers from butter) or use slow cooker liners. Stir to make sure the meat is well-coated.<\/p>\n Step 4. Add the mushrooms, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard.<\/strong><\/p>\n Step 5. Cook the beef stroganoff recipe <\/strong>on high for 2-3 hours or low for 5-7 hours. I prefer to cook beef on low so it\u2019s fall-apart tender. I recommend using a slow cooker<\/a> that has an automatic turn-off feature, so your dinner doesn\u2019t continue to cook beyond the cooking time.<\/p>\n Step 6. Just before you\u2019re ready to serve the slow cooker beef stroganoff, cook the noodles <\/strong>according to the package directions. Meanwhile, whisk<\/a> together a cornstarch<\/a> slurry mixture in a mug and stir it into the beef sauce in the crockpot to thicken it. Stir in the yogurt.<\/p>\n Step 7. Serve over cooked pasta.<\/strong><\/p>\n You can store crockpot beef stroganoff leftovers in an airtight container<\/a> in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.<\/p>\n Slow-cooker beef stroganoff also makes a great freezer meal \u2013 you can pop it in the freezer for up to 3 months.<\/p>\n Did you know you can freeze cooked pasta<\/a>? That means you can prepare both the slow cooker beef stroganoff and the pasta ahead of time for a thaw-and-eat meal later on. Freeze the beef stroganoff sauce and the pasta separately to avoid mushy pasta as the meal thaws.<\/p>\n Since slow cooker meals are for busy days, I recommend choosing super easy side dishes with slow cooker stroganoff as well \u2013 something that can be made while the egg noodles are cooking:<\/p>\n This crock pot beef stroganoff recipe is fairly well-balanced when it comes to the macros.<\/p>\n To boost the protein even more and lower the carbs, serve beef stroganoff with protein pasta like Banza<\/a>.<\/p>\n And don\u2019t forget the produce! Enjoy steamed or roasted veggies or a dinner salad on the side.<\/p>\n Yes! There\u2019s nothing wrong or unsafe about putting raw beef in a slow cooker<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Most cuts of meat will become tender BECAUSE they\u2019re cooked in the crockpot, so you don\u2019t have to worry about choosing a raw, tender cut for the recipe. In fact, I\u2019ve made this recipe with one of the toughest and cheapest steaks \u2013 flank steak \u2013 and it turned out perfect!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nCan you make beef stroganoff in a slow cooker?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
THE BEST SLOW COOKER BEEF STROGANOFF<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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WHAT IS BEEF SLOW COOKER STROGANOFF SAUCE MADE OF?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY BEEF STROGANOFF RECIPE SLOW COOKER<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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CREAMY BEEF STROGANOFF RECIPE SLOW COOKER TIPS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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MACRO-FRIENDLY SLOW COOKER BEEF STROGANOFF<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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CROCK POT BEEF STROGANOFF RECIPE FAQS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Can you put raw beef in a slow cooker?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
What is the most tender meat for healthy crock pot beef stroganoff?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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