Crock Pot Budget Beef Stroganoff

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Crock Pot Budget Beef Stroganoff, a wallet-friendly twist on the classic dish. This slow cooker recipe combines tender stew beef, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious, creamy sauce made with cream cheese and sour cream—all seasoned to perfection with garlic, paprika, and a savory splash of Worcestershire and soy sauce. With just 15 minutes of prep, this budget-conscious dinner simmers to perfection over six hours, filling your home with irresistible aromas. Serve atop a bed of buttery egg noodles and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an easy, satisfying meal the whole family will love. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe is as affordable as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:420 mins

Total Time:435 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Stew beef
• 1 medium (diced) Yellow onion
• 2 (minced) Garlic cloves
• 8 ounces (sliced) Mushrooms
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 ounces (softened) Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 12 ounces (cooked according to package instructions) Egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, lightly brown the stew beef over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes. You don't need to cook it through, just sear the outside.

Step 2

Transfer the browned beef into the crock pot.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms to the crock pot.

Step 4

Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and sprinkle in the paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Stir everything together to combine evenly.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 6–7 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Step 7

Approximately 30 minutes before serving, stir in the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix well to create a smooth and creamy sauce.

Step 8

Cook for another 30 minutes on low, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

While the sauce finishes cooking, prepare the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 10

Serve the beef stroganoff over the cooked egg noodles and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 11

Enjoy your affordable and delicious Crock Pot Budget Beef Stroganoff!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1907.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2521.9

Total Fat 170.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 633.6mg	0%
Sodium 5027.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 125.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0.3IU	0%
Calcium 484.5mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 3408.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.8%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 20.7%