In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt and set aside.
In a mixer, cream butter and sugar for 3 minutes. Once combined, add the pudding, vanilla, and eggs and beat on high for 2-3 minutes.
Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and turn the mixer on low, then Turn the mixer to high and mix until combined. Add the rest of the dry ingredients and mix until dough is combined. Add chocolate chips and stir until mixed in well.
Drop cookies by table spoon or cookie scoop onto the baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until slightly golden and just set on the top.
Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a baking rack to cool completely.