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This quick and easy beef stroganoff is the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again. Made with ground beef and a handful of pantry staples, it’s a fast and satisfying dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Sautéed mushrooms and onions add a savory depth, while sour cream and cream of mushroom soup bring the creamy, tangy richness that makes stroganoff a comfort food favorite. Serve it over egg noodles and finish with a sprinkle of parsley or green onions for a complete one-skillet meal.
What You’ll Like About This Dish
Fast and flavorful. It’s ready in about 30 minutes with no fancy ingredients required.
Comforting and creamy. Sour cream and mushroom soup give the sauce its signature richness.
Family-friendly. A hearty meal that both kids and adults will enjoy.
One-pan dinner. Everything cooks in one skillet for easy cleanup.
Step-by-Step How to Make It
- Brown the ground beef and onions in a large skillet until the meat is no longer pink, then transfer to a plate.
- Sauté the mushrooms in butter until tender.
- Return the beef mixture to the skillet and stir in the garlic, flour, salt, and pepper. Cook briefly to incorporate.
- Add the cream of mushroom soup and simmer until heated through.
- Stir in the sour cream and warm gently without boiling.
- Serve over hot cooked noodles and garnish with parsley or green onions.
⏲️ Make-Ahead Tip
Cook the beef and mushroom mixture up to a day ahead and store it in the fridge. Reheat gently and stir in the sour cream just before serving.
Recipe Variations
- Use a different ground meat. Replace the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version of the dish.
- Add extra vegetables. Stir in frozen peas, spinach, or steamed green beans near the end.
- Make it homemade. Use a homemade mushroom sauce or white sauce instead of condensed soup for a from-scratch version.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- Pair with steamed green beans, glazed carrots, or roasted broccoli.
- Add a simple green salad or a more elegant Caesar salad for a balanced meal.
How to Store and Reheat
Store: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Freeze the stroganoff (without noodles) in a sealed container for up to 2 months.
Reheat: Gently reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth or milk if needed to loosen the sauce.
30-Minute Skillet Beef Stroganoff Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef, 85% to 90%
- ½ cup finely chopped sweet onion
- 6 to 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp kosher salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 12 ounces egg noodles (cooked), for serving
- Chopped parsley or sliced green onion tops, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef and onions. Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and onions, and cook until the beef is no longer pink, stirring and breaking it up as it cooks. Remove the beef mixture to a plate and set aside. Wipe out the skillet, leaving a thin coating of fat.1 1/2 pounds ground beef | 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
- Sauté the mushrooms. To the same skillet, add the mushrooms and butter. Cook, stirring, for about 3 to 4 minutes, until mushrooms are tender and liquids have evaporated.6 to 8 ounces sliced mushrooms | 1 tbsp butter
- Combine the ingredients and simmer. Add the cooked ground beef mixture back to the skillet. Stir in the flour, garlic, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add the condensed soup; stir to blend and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes.1 clove garlic | 2 tbsp all-purpose flour | 1/2 tsp kosher salt | 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper | 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the sour cream, and heat through. Do not boil.8 ounces sour cream
- Serve the beef stroganoff. Spoon the stroganoff over hot cooked noodles, and garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.12 ounces egg noodles (cooked) | Chopped parsley or sliced green onion tops
Nutrition
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
