Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
Whisk the flour and baking soda in a medium bowl to integrate the leavening agent evenly.
Combine the melted butter and granulated sugar in a separate large mixing bowl until smooth.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, whisking until the consistency appears emulsified.
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a silicone spatula until no flour streaks remain.
Stir in the chocolate chips manually to ensure even distribution throughout the dough.
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the sheets, ensuring at least 3 inches of space between each cookie for spreading.
Bake for 12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.