This Pork Stroganoff consists of lean pork stew meat seasoned and browned in oil, and then thrown into the slow cooker with chicken broth, white wine, tomato paste, diced onions and garlic, sliced mushrooms, sour cream, and fresh herbs.
It is so good that coming back for second helpings is virtually guaranteed.
Although it is totally delish accompanied by white rice and shoestring potatoes like our chicken stroganoff, this time we served it over egg noodles. If desired, you can even avoid the extra little hassle of preparing a side by serving it simply with a hard-crusted bread. 
Ours is a variation of the classic Beef Stroganoff, which was originally a 19th century Russian dish made with sautéed pieces of beef served in a sauce with sour cream (smetana)!!! The dish has become popular all around the world, and has come to include different variations of the type of meat used, as well as the other ingredients… in addition to a diverse group of accompaniments.
Egg noodles are among the most popular accompaniments.
Although this dish can be prepared in approximately 45 minutes in a regular pan, this time we preferred to set our slow cooker and in the meantime go about our other tasks. The advantage of the slow cooker over a regular pan is that the stew can cook unattended overnight or any other time of the day. Just set the timer, and relax!
So yes, dinner will be ready within 4 hours but with no hassle.
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Slow Cooker Lean Pork Stroganoff
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Omnivore
Description
Lean pork, mushrooms, and creamy sour cream combine in this easy slow cooker recipe. Perfect for a weeknight meal!
Ingredients
- 3 lbs (1361 g) pork boneless stew meat
- 6 tbsp (89 ml) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.5 tsp sweet paprika
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) oil
- 0.5 large white or yellow onion
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 2 cups (473 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.25 cups (59 ml) dry white wine
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) tomato paste
- 8 oz (227 g) sliced white mushrooms
- 0.5 cups (118 ml) light sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Place pork meat in a large bowl.
- Mix ¼ cup of flour with 1 teaspoon of salt, pepper, and paprika. Dust the mixture over the pork meat and mix well until the pork pieces are covered.
- Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large non-stick skillet. Add the pork meat and brown for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer the pork meat to a slow cooker and add the onion and garlic.
- Dissolve the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour in the broth until smooth. Add the broth/flour mixture to the slow cooker and stir in the wine, tomato paste, and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Add the mushrooms. Cook on high for 4 hours.
- Stir in the sour cream. Adjust seasonings as needed.
- Optionally, cook for an additional 20 minutes.
- Serve over egg noodles or white rice, with shoestring potatoes or hard crusty bread.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, sear the pork in batches to ensure even browning.
- If you don’t have white wine, substitute with an equal amount of chicken broth.
- To thicken the sauce further, stir in 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with cold water during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 100
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I substitute the lean pork stew meat with another type of meat?
Yes, you can substitute the lean pork stew meat with chicken or turkey, but keep in mind that cooking times may vary.
What type of white wine works best for this recipe?
A dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, is ideal for enhancing the flavors in the Slow Cooker Lean Pork Stroganoff.
Is it necessary to brown the pork before adding it to the slow cooker?
Browning the pork in oil helps develop richer flavors and a better texture, but if you’re short on time, you can skip this step and add the raw meat directly to the slow cooker.
