30-Minute Ground Beef Stroganoff: Creamy Comfort in Half an Hour

Ground Beef Stroganoff is the ultimate weeknight comfort meal. Creamy, rich, and full of flavor, this 30-minute version takes classic beef stroganoff and makes it quick, easy, and perfect for busy nights. Tender ground beef, sautéed onions, mushrooms, and a luscious sour cream sauce come together with egg noodles or pasta for a hearty and satisfying dish everyone will love.

This recipe is ideal for families, meal preppers, or anyone craving a comforting dinner without the fuss. With a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll have a restaurant-quality stroganoff ready in under half an hour. Bonus: leftovers taste even better the next day!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 8 oz egg noodles
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook until mushrooms are tender.
3. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
4. Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and stir to coat evenly. This will thicken the sauce.
5. Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring, then add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika. Bring to a simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream until creamy and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Toss cooked egg noodles with the beef mixture or serve stroganoff over the noodles.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy this quick, comforting dinner!

30-Minute Ground Beef Stroganoff

Quick and creamy ground beef stroganoff ready in 30 minutes. Perfect weeknight dinner with tender beef, mushrooms, and a rich sour cream sauce over noodles.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Comfort Food, Dinner

Cuisine: American, Quick

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 8 oz mushrooms sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 oz egg noodles
• Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

• Large skillet
• Pot for noodles
• Spatula
• Knife
• Cutting board

Method

 

1. Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic and mushrooms, cook until tender.
3. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
4. Sprinkle flour over beef mixture and stir to coat.
5. Slowly add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
6. Reduce heat, stir in sour cream, season with salt and pepper.
7. Serve over cooked egg noodles and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Quick and creamy, perfect for busy weeknights. Leftovers taste great!

Tips and Variations

• Mushroom Choice: Cremini or baby bella mushrooms add extra depth, but white button mushrooms also work.
• Make It Lighter: Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
• Extra Flavor: Add a splash of white wine when sautéing mushrooms for richer depth.
• One-Pot Option: Cook noodles directly in the sauce for fewer dishes.