One-Pot Beef Stroganoff Pasta is a creamy, hearty dish I make when I want comfort food without the cleanup. It has tender ground beef, mushrooms, and pasta all cooked in one pot with a rich sour cream sauce.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love how this recipe delivers all the flavor of classic beef stroganoff with a lot less effort. No need to boil pasta separately or juggle multiple pans. Everything simmers together, soaking up the savory, creamy sauce that makes each bite feel like a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
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Ground beef
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Onion
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Garlic
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Mushrooms (sliced)
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Beef broth
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Worcestershire sauce
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Dijon mustard
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Egg noodles or short pasta
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Sour cream
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Olive oil or butter
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Salt and pepper
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Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
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I start by heating olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet.
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I sauté the onion and garlic until softened, then add ground beef and cook until browned.
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I stir in mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and start to brown.
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I add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard, then bring everything to a simmer.
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I stir in the uncooked pasta, cover, and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
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Once the pasta is cooked, I remove the pot from heat and stir in sour cream until creamy and smooth.
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I garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Servings and Timing
This recipe serves 4–6 people and takes about 35 minutes from start to finish.
Variations
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I sometimes use thinly sliced steak instead of ground beef for a more traditional feel.
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I’ve added spinach or peas toward the end of cooking for extra veggies.
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For a lighter version, I use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream.
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I use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if needed.
Storage/Reheating
I store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, I warm it gently on the stove or in the microwave with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce. It’s just as comforting the next day.
FAQs
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, I prepare the whole dish and reheat when ready to serve. It keeps well and even gets better after sitting.
What kind of mushrooms work best?
I use cremini or white button mushrooms, but baby bella or even portobello mushrooms work great too.
Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes, I substitute dairy-free sour cream or unsweetened coconut cream and check labels on the pasta and broth.
Do I need to cook the pasta separately?
Not at all. That’s what I love about this recipe—everything cooks together in one pot.
Can I freeze this?
It freezes okay, but the sauce may separate slightly when thawed. I stir well while reheating to bring it back together.
Conclusion
One-Pot Beef Stroganoff Pasta is the kind of meal I reach for when I want something warm, satisfying, and easy. It’s perfect for busy nights, and with everything cooked in one pot, cleanup is a breeze. Comfort food made simple.
PrintOne-Pot Beef Stroganoff Pasta Recipe
One-Pot Beef Stroganoff Pasta is a creamy, hearty comfort food classic made easier by cooking everything in one pot—ground beef, mushrooms, pasta, and a rich sour cream sauce. It’s the ultimate cozy dinner with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4–6
- Category: Main Course, One-Pot Meals, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Eastern European-Inspired
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 8 oz egg noodles or short pasta
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef, cooking until browned and crumbled.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms, cook until tender and moisture is released.
- Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir to combine.
- Stir in uncooked pasta. Cover and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until creamy and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced steak for a more traditional stroganoff.
- Add peas or spinach toward the end for more veggies.
- Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Whole wheat or gluten-free pasta works well if needed.
- Store leftovers up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth or water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
