In a saucepan, cook celery in oil until tender. Stir in rice mix and water. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat; stir in pecans. Turn mixture into a 9x13 baking dish. Arrange chops atop rice. Brush chops with soy sauce, sprinkle with paprika. Bake, covered, in 350 oven for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 minutes more, or until chops and rice are tender. Makes 6 servings.