Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to preheat while you prepare the cookie dough.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Beat in the large eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until everything is combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips into the cookie dough until they are evenly distributed.
Use a rounded tablespoon to scoop portions of the cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie to allow for spreading while baking.
Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown. The centers may still appear soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set properly and prevents them from breaking.