In a large bowl, using an electric/stand mixer combine the butter and both sugars on medium speed for several minutes, until fully combined. Add the egg and vanilla and mix again.
Add the flour, baking powder and the chocolate chips and mix until combined. The dough should be fairly solid at this stage (it ought to almost form a ball, albeit a very soft one!). Place in fridge to chill for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 170℃/360℉. Line two-three large baking sheets.
Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheets – they spread! Bake 12-14 minutes, until just golden at the edges. Let cool.