This Meatball Stroganoff is a weeknight dinner dream come true—juicy homemade meatballs simmered in a rich, creamy sauce loaded with mushrooms and savory seasonings. It’s hearty, comforting, and ready in just 35 minutes, making it the perfect dish to serve over buttery egg noodles, fluffy rice, or even mashed potatoes.
⏱️ Quick Facts
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Diet: Low Lactose (use lactose-free sour cream if needed)
🛒 Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
500 g ground beef
1 egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Sauce:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 tbsp flour
2 cups beef broth
1 cup sour cream
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
👩🍳 Instructions
Prepare the Meatballs
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, salt, and pepper.
Shape mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs.
Cook the Meatballs
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add meatballs and brown on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until tender, about 4 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and stir to coat.
Gradually pour in beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
Bring to a gentle simmer.
Finish the Stroganoff
Stir in sour cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
Return meatballs to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 10 minutes, until cooked through and flavors meld together.
Serve
Spoon meatballs and sauce generously over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
💡 Notes & Tips
Use lean ground beef → Keeps the dish light and prevents a greasy sauce.
Extra flavor boost → Add a splash of white wine while deglazing the pan before adding broth.
Storage → Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to avoid curdling the sauce.
Make it lighter → Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangy, protein-packed twist.
Comfort food doesn’t get much better than this creamy Meatball Stroganoff—it’s rich, cozy, and family-approved every time!