Easy Beef Stroganoff Noodle Casserole Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Beef Stroganoff Noodle Casserole is everything you want in a comforting family dinner. It combines savory ground beef, tender egg noodles, mushrooms, and a creamy stroganoff-inspired sauce, all baked under a blanket of melted cheese. The result is a hearty, satisfying meal that’s easy enough for weeknights and delicious enough for family gatherings.
Unlike traditional beef stroganoff, this casserole version is simple to prepare, feeds a crowd, and reheats beautifully, making it ideal for meal prep and leftovers.
Benefits of This Beef Stroganoff Casserole
- Easy one-pan comfort food meal
- Rich, creamy, and satisfying flavor
- Perfect for busy weeknight dinners
- Family-friendly recipe kids and adults love
- Great for meal prep and freezer meals
- Budget-friendly ingredients
- High in protein from ground beef
- Easily customizable with vegetables and cheese variations
Ingredients
- 12 oz wide egg noodles
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups beef broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder (optional)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook egg noodles until slightly under al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil and butter. Sauté onions until soft, then add garlic.
- Stir in mushrooms and cook until browned and tender.
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in beef broth and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Return beef to the skillet and mix well.
- Combine noodles, beef mixture, half of the shredded cheese, and half of the Parmesan.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheeses.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until hot, bubbly, and golden.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy.
Expert Tips
- Add frozen peas or spinach for extra vegetables.
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Prepare the casserole a day ahead and refrigerate before baking.
- Use steak strips instead of ground beef for a traditional stroganoff flavor.
- Add a crunchy breadcrumb topping for extra texture.
Storage & Meal Prep
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
Final Thoughts
If you’re searching for the ultimate creamy ground beef casserole, this Beef Stroganoff Noodle Casserole delivers every time. Packed with savory beef, mushrooms, tender noodles, and melted cheese, it’s a comforting family dinner recipe that belongs in every home cook’s collection.
