Switch on the Instant Pot in saute mode. Add 2 tbsp of Olive oil. Once it's hot add sliced garlic and saute for a min. Next, add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 5 mins or till they are soft.
Next add the garlic powder, Oregano, Salt, and pepper powder. Combine everything.
Next, add the required water. Combine everything and check for salt add if needed.
And then add the farfalle pasta. Combine once and close the Instant Pot. Move the Pressure value to the sealing position. Set 5 mins in high pressure. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 mins and then do a quick release and open the Instant Pot.
Switch on the instant pot in saute mode now. Add in the Pesto sauce and combine well.
Next, add the cream cheese. Mix well, cook for 2 minutes, and then switch off the instant pot.
Garnish with parsley and red chili flakes. Serve hot.
Stovetop Instructions
Cook the pasta with excess water as per the package instructions. Add the olive oil and cook the garlic and cherry tomato along with the spice powders. Next, add the cooked pasta.
Combine everything and cook for a few secs and then add in the Pesto Sauce. Cook for a min and then add the cream cheese.
Combine and cook for 2 mins and switch off. Garnish with parsley and Red chili Flakes. Tasty pasta is ready on the stovetop too.