Patrick Vieira's men made it out of the second game of their three-match road trip with a point.
After a night where, at times, it felt like they could have gotten more from the match, NYCFC will head into the international break still three points ahead of Atlanta United in the race for second place in the East.
READ: Match Recap: NYCFC 1-1 Chicago
Speaking to reporters after the match, Vieira acknowledged that Chicago's defensive organization made it tough for his side to break them down, but noted that City didn't find themselves without chances.