One-Pan Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff
A creamy, savory beef stroganoff made entirely in one skillet with tender mushrooms and thyme. This russian-inspired beef ready in about 35 minutes pairs ground beef, butter, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1, diced onion
- 8 oz, sliced mushrooms
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 12 oz, cooked egg noodles
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until translucent.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz sliced mushrooms and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 5 minutes until mushrooms are golden.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 cup all-purpose flour over the mixture and stir for 1 minute.
- Step 5: Gradually stir in 1 cup beef broth and 1 tsp dried thyme, then simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Step 6: Stir in 1/2 cup sour cream and cook for 2 more minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Step 7: Serve over 12 oz cooked egg noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pan Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff?
Russian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Easy one-pan meal that my whole family enjoyed.
- ★★★★★
Loved this stroganoff! The beef was tender and the mushrooms added the perfect earthy flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Cooked it for my family, but it took longer than expected to get the beef tender.
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