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Dump-and-Go Crockpot Meatball Stroganoff Recipe - Cozy, Creamy, and Weeknight Easy

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 to 1.5 pounds frozen meatballs (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup (regular or low sodium)
  • 1 cup beef broth (low sodium recommended)
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (white button or cremini; optional but classic)
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced (or 1 teaspoon onion powder)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, adds depth)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste, especially if using regular broth)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed (for extra creaminess)
  • ¾ cup sour cream (full-fat or light)
  • 12 ounces wide egg noodles (or rice, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower mash for serving)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • Olive oil spray or butter for the crockpot insert (optional, to prevent sticking)

Instructions

  • Prep the crockpot: Lightly grease the insert with olive oil spray or a small pat of butter to help prevent sticking.
  • Layer the base: Add sliced onions and mushrooms to the bottom of the crockpot. Place the frozen meatballs on top in an even layer.
  • Whisk the sauce: In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon, paprika, garlic, pepper, and salt until smooth.
  • Pour and cook: Pour the sauce over the meatballs. Cover and cook on Low for 4–5 hours or High for 2–3 hours, until meatballs are heated through and tender.
  • Add the creaminess: About 20 minutes before serving, stir in the cream cheese until melted. Then fold in the sour cream. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the noodles: Boil egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with a little butter or olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Serve: Spoon the creamy meatball stroganoff over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley if you like.