In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the patties, except the canola oil (ground chicken, jalapeño, shallot, garlic, diced cheddar, cumin, cilantro, salt and pepper).

Using your hands or a spatula, mix all of the ingredients until evenly distributed. 

Split the mixture into four equal parts and form round burger patties. Set aside while you prep the toppings.

In a small food processor, combine the mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, and lime.

Process until smooth. 

Add salt and pepper to taste.

In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients.

Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed. 

In a small bowl, combine the avocado, cilantro, lime, salt and pepper.

With a fork, mash the ingredients until smooth.

If you want the burger buns toasted, toast them now so they are ready for the cooked burgers.

Spread the chipotle mayo on the buns.

Now you are ready to cook the burgers - In a large nonstick pan, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat, until shiny. 

Add the patties to the pan and cook uncovered until the bottom is golden brown - about 7 minutes. 

Flip the patties and cook for another 7 minutes, uncovered, until the bottom is golden brown. 

Cover the pan and cook the patties until an instant read thermometer inserted into the middle reads 165°F, about 5 minutes. 

Add sliced cheese to the top of the burgers and cover the pan. Cook until the cheese is melted.

Place the cooked burgers on the prepared buns. Top with pico and avocado.

Serve and enjoy!