Prepare Oven and Baking Tray: Adjust your oven rack to the middle position and preheat thoroughly to 475°F (245°C). Lightly coat a baking tray or sheet pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Combine Popper Ingredients: In a spacious mixing bowl, place the lean ground chicken, large eggs, almond flour, 6 tablespoons of hot sauce, prepared ranch dressing, dry ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Using your hands or a sturdy spoon, gently but thoroughly combine all components until they are just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix, as this helps keep the poppers tender.

Shape the Poppers: Portion the chicken mixture and roll it into approximately 14 uniform balls (poppers). Arrange these poppers on the readied baking tray, ensuring there is some space between each one to promote even cooking.

Bake to Perfection: Transfer the baking tray to the preheated oven. Bake for 16 to 20 minutes. The poppers are done when they are nicely browned on the outside and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of several poppers registers an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Rest and Serve: Once cooked, allow the Fiery Chicken Poppers to rest on the baking tray for a few minutes before serving. This helps them retain their juices. Serve warm, accompanied by your favorite extra hot sauce and ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping, if desired.