Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Microwave the butter for about 40 seconds until it's almost fully melted but not hot.
Beat together the melted butter with both sugars until creamy and well combined. Then add in the vanilla extract and egg, beating on low speed just until incorporated.
Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt into the mixture. Mix until crumbles form. Press those crumbles together until they form one large ball of dough.
Gently fold in your chocolate chips using your hands for even distribution.
Roll out your dough into large balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 9–11 minutes until puffy and barely golden around the edges.
Allow your cookies to cool on the pan for about 30 minutes before enjoying.