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Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff with Chuck Steak
Looking for a hearty, family-friendly dinner that’s packed with flavor and requires minimal effort? This easy slow cooker beef stroganoff is the ultimate comfort food—tender beef chuck, earthy mushrooms, and a rich, creamy sauce all come together beautifully in your crockpot. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals.
Even if the photo doesn’t do it justice, this dish is a total winner! The beef literally melts in your mouth after slow cooking for hours, and a touch of whole grain mustard brings an irresistible depth of flavor.
Ingredients
1 kg blade steak or chuck steak, cut into strips
2 onions, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
500 g mushrooms, sliced
½ cup tomato paste
1 cup tomato puree
2 tbsp paprika
250 ml beef stock
1 tbsp whole grain mustard (or regular mustard)
¾ cup sour cream
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the base:
Add the sliced beef, onions, garlic, tomato paste, tomato puree, paprika, beef stock, mustard, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
2. Set and forget:
Cook on high for 4–5 hours or on low for 7–9 hours until the beef is fall-apart tender.
3. Final touches:
Add the sliced mushrooms about 1 hour before serving to keep them firm but tender. Stir in the sour cream about 20 minutes before you’re ready to eat, giving the sauce its signature creamy texture.
4. Serve and enjoy:
Serve your delicious slow cooker beef stroganoff over buttered egg noodles, fluffy mashed potatoes, or steamed rice.
Tips & Variations
Best cut of beef for stroganoff: Chuck steak or blade steak works beautifully thanks to its rich marbling—ideal for long, slow cooking.
Add a twist: Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Storage: Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day!
Make this creamy beef stroganoff in the crockpot once, and it’ll become a regular on your dinner rotation. It’s comforting, flavorful, and incredibly easy—just what every home cook needs.
