Begin by patting the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick better. Season the tenders lightly with salt.
In a mixing bowl, beat the egg until well combined. This will serve as the binding agent for the potato chips.
In a separate bowl, combine the crushed potato chips, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, ranch seasoning, dried parsley, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix thoroughly.
Dip each chicken tender into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, coat the chicken in the potato chip mixture.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Place the coated chicken tenders in a single layer and lightly spray the tops with cooking oil.
Air fry the chicken tenders for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
