Sausage & Mushroom Stroganoff with Sour Cream
Creamy, savory stroganoff featuring keto-friendly mushrooms and smoky sausage in a rich sour cream sauce. This french-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs keto-friendly sausage, cremini mushrooms, butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 8 oz keto-friendly sausage
- 6 oz cremini mushrooms
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice 8 oz keto-friendly sausage into 1/2-inch rounds. Sauté in a large skillet over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until browned, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 2: Add 2 tbsp butter to the same skillet over medium heat. Add 6 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and cook for 6-7 minutes until golden brown and liquid has evaporated.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, then slowly whisk in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 tsp dijon mustard until smooth.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low, stir in 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer gently for 3 minutes until sauce thickens. Return sausage to skillet and toss to coat. Cook for 2 more minutes to heat through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sausage & Mushroom Stroganoff with Sour Cream take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Sausage & Mushroom Stroganoff with Sour Cream?
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 keto-friendly sausage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sausage & Mushroom Stroganoff with Sour Cream?
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 Sausage & Mushroom Stroganoff with Sour Cream for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sausage & Mushroom Stroganoff with Sour Cream?
French one pot 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.